Debate intensifies over energy policies and their impact on renewables
TL;DR
Lawmakers in Washington state warn that due to federal spending cuts on renewable energy projects, electricity rates are expected to rise significantly over the next decade, with potential risks of blackouts during hot spells as local capacity struggles to meet demand.
Topics:businessenergy#electricity-bills#energy#federal-funding#rate-increases#renewable-energy#washington
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