Net Zero MA.: Legislation + Energy Sources for Achieving 2050 Climate Goals

10 Winter Place,Boston MA 02108

05 May, 2022

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With urgency growing to reach net-zero in Mass, join the SHNS for a timely, in-person discussion with key legislators and industry leaders. Having committed Massachusetts to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, Beacon Hill leadership is shifting its focus towards the policies and programs that might help the state honor that commitment: The House recently passed far-reaching legislation designed to attract more competition in the offshore wind sector and to boost its economic benefits, along with funding to upgrade the electric grid. The Senate has responded by unveiling a broad climate bill, one that includes solar energy initiatives and requires that all vehicles sold in the Commonwealth be electric by 2035. These efforts follow Gov. Baker's renewable energy proposal, filed last year, that targets the offshore wind price cap and would create a $750 million clean energy investment fund with federal relief money. With urgency growing and so many factors at play, join us for a timely, in-person discussion with key legislators and industry leaders on the issues driving clean energy and climate change policy. The State House News Forum, the events division of the State House News Service, brings together leaders on a wide range of impactful public policy issues. Panel 1: The Legislative Road Ahead Key members of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy, including House Chair Rep. Jeffrey Roy and Senate Chair Michael Barrett, will discuss proposed renewable energy and climate legislation under consideration. We’ll explore the component parts of the proposals and the considerations that may affect the outcome this legislative session. Panel 2: Visions for Renewable and Other Clean Energy Sources What’s the outlook, both near-term and 10 years ahead, for critical sources of renewable and clean energy? We’ll hear from industry leaders about the potential for offshore wind, solar, fusion and other clean energy sources about their potential to reshape the energy mix in Massachusetts. For more information about the event, including sponsorship opportunities, contact Dylan Rossiter at [email protected]. Attendees will be required to show proof of vaccination. Program: 7:30 a.m. — Doors open for networking and light refreshments 8:15 a.m. — Panel 1: The Legislative Road Ahead 9:05 a.m. — Panel 2: Visions for Renewable and Other Clean Energy Sources 10:00 a.m. — Event end