California legislators are proposing measures to speed up the process of building new electrical transmission lines to help the state deliver renewable energy and meet its aggressive renewable energy goals.
The state Senate will be the first chamber to consider two bills—Senate Bill (SB) 420 and SB 619—aimed at streamlining the regulatory process of building the new power lines.
“California’s grid is in dire need of modernization,” said state Sen. Steve Padilla (D-San Diego), who introduced SB 619. “Dedicated efforts to develop new transmission lines are a critical part of our clean energy future.”
The state’s climate goals, spearheaded by Gov. Gavin Newsom, require the state to switch completely over to clean energy sources by 2045. Last year, the California Air Resources Board also passed a rule outlawing the sale of gas-powered cars by 2035….