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TX House Committee on State Affairs (May 12): “green” technologies, climate change
May 3rd
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
COMMITTEE:
State Affairs
TIME & DATE:
11:00 AM, Wednesday, May 12, 2010
PLACE:
JHR 140
CHAIR:
Rep. Burt Solomons
The House Committee on State Affairs will meet to hear invited testimony
only on interim charges 2, 3, and 5.
Interim Charge 2: Examine of state policy on “green” technologies for all
state buildings and costs associated with such implementation.
Interim Charge 3: Monitor federal legislation and regulatory initiatives
pertaining to climate change and its effects on utilities and consumers.
Consider Texas’ response to proposals and make recommendations as to any
further preparations.
Interim Charge 5: Monitor the agencies and programs under the committee’s
jurisdiction.
Invited testimony only.
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Loading ...TX Senate: Energy Related Interim Charges to the 81st Legislature
Jan 21st
Business & Commerce
2. Study options for reducing demand for electricity, including innovative pricing options relating to the use of smart meters, programmable thermostats, and other demand side management and behavioral response strategies. Review current consumer education programs to reduce demand, decrease energy prices, and improve air quality. Consider benefits and costs of alternative energy sources such as geothermal and solar, and current incentives for electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles. The study should include recommendations on improving consumer knowledge and usage of these strategies in lowering overall electric usage, promoting energy efficiency, and improving the reliability of the ERCOT grid.
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