A resolution recognizing that facilities that produce renewable electricity are the cheapest power-generating facilities to operate and reliance on fossil fuel-generating facilities to meet growing power demand drives up wholesale electricity prices.
Sponsors
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In CommitteeMr. Whitehouse (for himself, Mr. Merkley, Mr. Schatz, Mr. Markey, …
Summary
What This Bill Does
This Senate resolution is a non-binding statement recognizing two things: (1) that renewable electricity facilities like solar and wind are the cheapest power plants to operate, and (2) that continued reliance on fossil fuel plants to meet growing electricity demand causes wholesale electricity prices to rise. The resolution does not create any new laws or requirements.
Who Benefits and How
Renewable energy companies (solar, wind, and hydro power producers) benefit from the official Senate recognition that their facilities are the most cost-effective to operate. This political endorsement could support future policy arguments for expanding renewable energy. Electricity consumers may indirectly benefit if the resolution influences future policies that shift the grid toward cheaper renewable sources.
Who Bears the Burden and How
Fossil fuel power generators, including coal and natural gas plants, face reputational criticism through this official Senate statement that their continued use drives up electricity prices. However, since this is a non-binding resolution, there are no direct costs, regulations, or requirements imposed on any party.
Key Provisions
- Officially recognizes that renewable electricity facilities are the cheapest to operate
- States that reliance on fossil fuel plants for growing power demand increases wholesale electricity prices
- Is a non-binding resolution that creates no new laws, regulations, or requirements
- Represents an official Senate position that could influence future energy policy debates
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
A Senate resolution recognizing that renewable electricity facilities are the cheapest to operate and that reliance on fossil fuel facilities drives up wholesale electricity prices.
Policy Domains
Legislative Strategy
"Non-binding resolution expressing Senate position on renewable energy economics to influence public opinion and policy debate"
Likely Beneficiaries
- Renewable energy producers
- Solar and wind power companies
- Electric utilities investing in renewables
- Consumers seeking lower electricity rates
Likely Burden Bearers
- Fossil fuel power generators
- Coal-fired power plants
- Natural gas power plants
- Oil and gas extraction companies
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