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This resolution urges the Governor of New Jersey to declare an energy generation emergency, highlighting the state's critical energy challenges. The resolution points out that New Jersey has lost over 20 percent of its generating capacity in the past eight years, transforming from a net energy exporter to a net energy importer, while facing increasing electricity demands from sectors like data centers, artificial intelligence, and advanced manufacturing. The document emphasizes that the growing energy needs, if left unaddressed, could impose significant costs and hardships on energy users. It calls on the Governor to take steps to prioritize increased energy transmission and generation capacity, drawing attention to actions taken by other states and the federal government, such as streamlining permitting, expediting permit reviews, and offering incentives for low-carbon power sources. The resolution argues that a diversified and affordable energy supply would create jobs, improve the state's trade balance, and enhance energy competitiveness and security. Additionally, it suggests that the Board of Public Utilities has underperformed in understanding and meeting the electric system's needs, further underscoring the urgency of declaring an energy generation emergency.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/AR188