Page 6 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, July 12, 2024 Senator DiDomenico Votes to Take Bold Action to Supercharge Clean Energy Adoption Statewide legislation meets the climate crisis head-on with streamlined siting, expanded EV infrastructure, and ratepayer protections B OSTON — Senator Sal DiDomenico recently voted to pass comprehensive climate legislation to make systemic changes to the state’s clean energy infrastructure that will help the state achieve its net zero emissions by 2050 goals, expand electric vehicle (EV) use and infrastructure, and protect residents and ratepayers. The bill included key priorities from Senator DiDomenico’s energy facilities siting bill which will accelerate clean energy deployment across our state and work to better include equity and input from impacted communities in our siting procedures. During debate, DiDomeniMid-grade Regular $3.87 3.27 73 64 Over 45 Years of Excellence! Full Service $2.99 Order online at angelosoil.com co successfully advocated for an amendment that will expand access to the data within the clean energy infrastructure dashboard so that municipalities can construct their own analysis to inform local decision making. The Senate also voted to adopt an amendment modernizing the ‘bottle bill’, adding noncarbonated beverages, wine, and spirits to the list of containers eligible for a bottle deposit, and increasing the deposit amount from 5 cents to 10 cents. This language included DiDomenico’s proposal to make small alcohol bottles, known as ‘nips,’ eligible for the bottle return. “I am proud to pass this Eastern Bank Building on Rte. 1S 605 Broadway, #301 * Saugus (781) 233-6844 www.bostonnorthdental.com transformational climate bill that will move our state closer towards a cleaner, cheaper, and safer electric grid all while supporting our goals of fi ghting the climate crisis,” said State Senator Sal DiDomenico. “I want to thank Senate President Spilka, Chair Michael Rodrigues, and Senator Mike Barrett for all their work on this much-needed bill and including several of my priorities in the fi nal legislation.” The climate bill will allow Massachusetts to develop infrastructure essential for the Senator DiDomenico speaking in support of his amendment on the Senate fl oor. fi ght against climate change, including new solar, wind, and storage facilities. It will also enhance the electric grid to support getting clean energy to residents effi ciently and in the needed capacities to power homes, businesses, and vehicles. Enhancements to the clean energy grid will be paired with measures to keep costs down for ratepayers across the state. “We are in a climate crisis. The Senate has heard loud and clear from residents, advocates, and clean energy leaders that we need systemic infrastructure changes to deliver J& Dr. Priti Amlani Dr. Bhavisha Patel * Restorative Dentistry * Cosmetic Dentistry * Implant Restoration * Zoom Whitening * Teeth in a Day - All on 6 * Invisalign * CEREC Crowns (Single Visit Crowns) * Root Canal Treatment * Sedation Dentistry ~ Full Mouth Rehabilitation ~ Before After • Reliable Mowing Service • Spring & Fall Cleanups • Mulch & Edging • Sod or Seed Lawns • Shrub Planting & Trimming • Water & Sewer Repairs Joe Pierotti, Jr. on our net zero by 2050 emissions goals,” said Senate President Karen E. Spilka (D-Ashland). “Today we are taking action to make it easier and more effi cient to build clean energy infrastructure so that Massachusetts can deliver on our climate commitments and leave our kids with the green state and planet that they deserve. This bold action is the direct result of the work of Majority Leader Creem, Chair Rodrigues, Senator Barrett, and each senator who has contributed to this bill. I am grateful to CLEAN ENERGY | SEE PAGE 14 S LANDSCAPE & MASONRY CO. Masonry - Asphalt • Brick or Block Steps • Brick or Block Walls • Concrete or Brick Paver Patios & Walkways • Brick Re-Pointing • Asphalt Paving www.JandSlandscape-masonry.com • Senior Discount • Free Estimates • Licensed & Insured 617-389-1490 Designing and Constructing Ideas that are “Grounds for Success” Landscaping
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