Ballot proposal to repeal energy siting changes approved to collect signatures

 Ballot proposal to repeal energy siting changes approved to collect signatures

Article by Sheldon Krause for 9&10 News


An effort to reverse a key part of Democratic climate policy and restore “local control” over energy project approval is picking up steam, with supporters beginning to collect signatures as soon as next week.


The drive seeks to repeal a piece of legislation that allows a state commission to approve large-scale solar and wind energy projects despite disapproval from local zoning authorities. The committee — Citizens for Local Choice — was formed in early December with the goal of presenting a ballot initiative to voters in the November 2024 election.


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