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March 24, 2026

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Study Finds Adding More Hydrogen to Natural Gas Raises Risks
A study commissioned by the California PUC warns that more than 5% of hydrogen blended with natural gas can increase the risks of leaks and metal degradation.
California CORE
Funds Going Quickly in Calif. Clean Off-road Voucher Program
A California program to encourage the purchase of zero-emission off-road equipment has handed out more than $100 million in incentives since reopening.
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Rhode Island Experts Seek Policy Shifts for Secure, Low-carbon Food System
The Rhode Island Food Policy Council made recommendations to state climate officials for the upcoming update to the emissions-reduction plan.
BOEM
New York Issues 3rd and Largest OSW Solicitation
New York officials issued the state’s third offshore wind energy solicitation, seeking proposals for up to 4.8 GW in new projects in the New York Bight.
New Jersey Economic Development Authority
New Jersey to Expand Wind Port with Land Purchase
The NJ EDA approved the $24.25 million purchase of 109.5 acres of land to nearly double the size of the state’s planned offshore wind manufacturing facility.
U.S. Drought Monitor
Wash. Lifts Drought Designations Statewide
Washington state lifted its remaining drought designations because of an unexpectedly cool and wet May and June.
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Could the US See a ‘Nuclear Renaissance’?
Pro-nuclear panelists at NARUC's Summer Policy Summit said small, advanced reactors are needed to offset the increase in weather-dependent renewables.
Edwin J. Torres/NJ Governor’s Office
NJ Cuts Incentives for New Phase of EV Promotion
New Jersey is cutting its maximum EV subsidy from $5,000 to $4,000 while adding a $250 grant for home chargers.
Principle Power
Newsom Calls for ‘Bolder’ Climate Action in California
The state agency drawing up California’s plan to reach carbon neutrality by 2045 should take “even bolder action” on climate change, Gov. Gavin Newsom said.
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NARUC Panel Explores ‘Future Proofing’ EV Infrastructure
Utility regulators face myriad challenges in dealing with the growth of EV chargers, panelists said at NARUC's Summer Policy Summit in San Diego.

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