Renewable portfolio standard draws technical testimony; sponsors, utilities and developers to refine draft

May 7, 2025

Lawmakers heard technical testimony on SB 149, a proposed renewable portfolio standard for the Railbelt that would set binding percentage targets for renewable generation and create compliance rules with fees and incentives.

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Senators and witnesses on Wednesday discussed Senate Bill 149, a proposal to create a renewable portfolio standard (RPS) for Alaska that sponsors and staff said is intended to diversify energy sources on the Railbelt and attract independent power producers.

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