Bill > SB2092

This bill amends Hawaii's renewable portfolio standard, which is a policy requiring electric utility companies to transition to renewable energy sources. Specifically, it removes "biomass," which includes burning trees, agricultural waste, and municipal solid waste, from the definition of "renewable energy." The bill argues that biomass energy is more expensive and contributes more to climate change through greenhouse gas emissions, such as carbon dioxide, than other renewable sources like solar and wind power, especially with advancements in energy storage. By excluding biomass, the bill aims to reduce both electricity rates and harmful emissions.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2092&year=2026