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Rep. McGee seeks capacity planning requirement for the state's 10‑year energy strategy
Summary
HB 16‑66 would require the Department of Energy to include a capacity‑planning section in the 10‑year energy strategy showing anticipated electricity demand by sector and region. The department said it is neutral but asked for clearer definitions and noted consultant costs may be required.
Representative Kat McGee (Hillsborough 35) told the committee HB 16‑66 would add a required capacity‑planning section to New Hampshire's 10‑year energy strategy updated every three years. The proposed section would estimate growth in electricity demand by sector — housing, transportation, data centers, commercial and industrial — and, where useful, by sub‑regions of the state.
"Rather than picking winners and losers, the 10‑year energy strategy report…
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