Blades at a wind farm. Photo by Chris Stone
Rep. Mike Levin has reintroduced H.R. 178, the Public Land Renewable Energy Development Act, a bill promoting development of wind, solar and geothermal energy on public lands.
The bill, co-sponsored by Rep. Raul Grijalva of Arizona, includes measures to facilitate investment in high quality renewable sources, ensure a fair revenue share for impacted communities and minimize impacts to wildlife and cultural sites.
The aim of the bill is to help combat the climate crisis and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.
“My bill will expedite … critical renewable energy development, create good-paying jobs in communities across the country, and ensure we remain good stewards of our public lands, all while lowering energy costs,” Levin said.
The bill includes measures to ensure a fair return for impacted states…