This state law is an update on the previous 2014 Resilient Rhode Island Act, and it sets mandatory, enforceable climate emissions reduction goals culminating in net-zero emissions by 2050. Development for the bill included a comprehensive report that quantified rooftop solar potential in the state.
Policy Details:
Locale: State, Rhode Island [Northeast]
Climate zone:
Jurisdiction: State [>150K]
Smart Surface(s): Solar Photovoltaic Roof
Policy Type(s): Statute
Citation:
Rhode Island’s 2021 Act on Climate
