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Rep. Scott presents nonbinding energy‑storage goals: 200 MW by 2030, 800 MW by 2040

House Energy and Digital Infrastructure Committee · January 31, 2026
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Summary

Representative Scott presented H.631 to set nonbinding statewide energy‑storage goals (200 MW by 2030, 450 MW by 2035, 800 MW by 2040), arguing storage improves flexibility, reduces peak purchases and supports renewables; members requested testimony on targets, costs and treatment of behind‑the‑meter resources.

Representative Scott introduced H.631 as a policy measure to establish state energy storage goals rather than mandates. He said the goals are intended to give planners and utilities a common set of targets to inform comprehensive energy and regional plans and to reduce reliance on expensive spot market purchases at peak times.

The bill as presented lists three milestones: 200 megawatts…

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