2013 Rhode Island General Laws
Title 42 - State Affairs and Government
Chapter 42-140.3 - The Rhode Island Renewable Energy Coordinating Board
Section 42-140.3-8 - Strategic renewable energy implementation plan.

§ 42-140.3-8 Strategic renewable energy implementation plan. – (a) The board shall develop and recommend a strategic renewable energy implementation plan to promote the development of renewable energy resources in Rhode Island.

(b) The strategic plan shall: (1) Coordinate the short and long-term implementation of renewable energy policies by state agencies; (2) Assess and include recommendations to realize the potential of renewable energy development to create new businesses, employment opportunities, and industries in Rhode Island; and (3) Address any other issues deemed appropriate by the board to advance renewable energy development in Rhode Island.

(c) The board may incorporate into the strategic plan the reports and findings of state agencies including, but not limited to, the results of any special area management plans.

(d) On or before November 15, 2011, the board shall adopt the strategic plan. The board may amend the strategic plan as necessary.

(e) On March 15 and September 15 of each year, commencing in 2012, the board shall issue the strategic plan biannual report, which shall be made available to the public and transmitted to the governor; the senate president; the speaker of the house; and state agencies. The strategic plan biannual report shall:

(1) Assess compliance with the strategic plan by state agencies and cities and towns;

(2) Evaluate the effectiveness of state renewable energy policies;

(3) Analyze the structure and sources of public funding for renewable energy development;

(4) Evaluate the extent to which public funding for renewable energy development is allocated to energy efficient projects;

(5) As necessary, make recommendations to state agencies and cities and towns; and

(6) As necessary, make recommendations for legislative action relating to renewable energy development and financing.

History of Section.
(P.L. 2011, ch. 222, § 1; P.L. 2011, ch. 306, § 1.)