Insights

Tracking Transmission Reform

Updated 1.27.23
Launched 10.29.21

Transmission planning needs to change to support a clean, affordable, and equitable grid. Hear from state AGs on why transmission reform is a critical aspect of climate response, get background on how the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is approaching its overhaul to the process, and stay up to date on how AGs are getting involved.

Unjust, Unreasonable, Unwelcome: EJ Barriers at FERC

A look at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's recent commitment to prioritizing environmental justice, where there is still room for improvement, and opportunities for public engagement.

Equity, Energy, and Environmental Reviews: States Shake Things Up at the Close of 2022

We are ringing in the new year with a quick roundup of new state laws and regulations grappling with climate, environmental justice, and the clean energy transition.

A Clean Energy Market for New England

The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources released a new proposed market design that could create a competitive arena to meet clean energy goals. Learn about how this design would work, and how to weigh in on it.

A New Year, (Waiting on) a New FERC

The end of 2022 was a tumultuous time at FERC with then-Chairman Richard Glick not getting reconfirmed for another term. The usually-five-member commission now has 2 Democrats and 2 Republicans, its acting chair has limited staffing, and this could go on for several months until the vacancy is filled and a new chair nominated. Read to see what this limbo at FERC means for the clean energy transition.

Expanding AG EJ Practice — A Resource

Updated 1.9.23
Launched 1.10.22

This resource gives an overview of environmental justice and provides guidance for AG offices looking to set up or expand their work in the EJ practice area. It highlights influential moments in EJ history, provides a look into state mapping tools, identifies current federal and state EJ policies, and tracks EJ updates in the media.

Year In Review: 2022 at the State Impact Center

Take a look back at 2022 at the State Energy & Environmental Impact Center.

Where Are We Now? A Year of Agency & Attorney General Action

This report looks at AG policy wins from the past year; reviews federal rulemaking progress during the Biden administration so far; and examines the importance of and obstacles to public input, as well as the role AGs can play in facing those challenges.

AG Actions Database

Updated 12.1.22
Launched 1.19.17

This database tracks actions of regional and national significance taken by state AGs to advance clean energy, climate and environmental laws and policies since 2017. The database is updated on a monthly basis.

A Role for State Attorneys General in a Just Transition

This report considers how state attorneys general can ensure that the shift to renewable energy supports communities and leads to good climate jobs. The report provides insight into the role of AGs, highlights recent AG enforcement of workers’ rights and environmental protection, and offers additional ideas for what AGs can do.

Examining the Role of AGs in a Just Transition

Fall 2022 • This article reviews many of the policies and tools that can be and are being harnessed to bring about a “just transition,” ensuring that the emerging clean energy sector provides high quality jobs and that needs of current fossil fuel workers are also adequately addressed. These policies exist at the intersection of workers’ rights and environmental policy.

DOL Paves the Road Green for Retirement

The Department of Labor has just released a finalized rule around its Investment Duties regulation in order to clarify how Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)-regulated fiduciaries can take into consideration climate and environmental, social, governance (ESG) issues.