New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S3798

Introduced
10/21/24  

Caption

Authorizes EDA to use moneys in "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to support projects to refurbish or upgrade existing electricity generation facilities.

Impact

The passage of S3798 is expected to directly impact state laws governing the management of the Global Warming Solutions Fund. Specifically, it enables the EDA to utilize a significant portion of the fund to support various energy efficiency projects and facilitate improvements to electricity generation facilities. Furthermore, the bill allocates responsibilities to different agencies to ensure the effective implementation and administration of these projects, which include the development of new efficient facilities and the support of offshore wind projects.

Summary

Senate Bill S3798, introduced in the New Jersey Legislature, amends existing statutes regarding the use of the 'Global Warming Solutions Fund.' Its primary purpose is to authorize the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) to allocate funds for grants and financial assistance aimed at refurbishing or upgrading existing electricity generation facilities. The bill emphasizes the modernization and expansion of these facilities to extend their operational lifespan while potentially reducing greenhouse gas emissions through innovative technologies like fuel cells and carbon capture.

Contention

While S3798 aims to promote environmental sustainability and economic development, the bill has generated some debate regarding the prioritization of funding and resource allocation. Critics may raise concerns about the effectiveness of the proposed investments in truly reducing emissions, particularly given the complex challenges associated with transitioning to cleaner energy sources. Moreover, questions surrounding the administrative processes for grant allocation and criteria for project selection could also emerge, indicating potential points of contention that stakeholders may wish to address during discussions.

Companion Bills

NJ A4217

Same As Authorizes EDA to use moneys in "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to support projects to refurbish or upgrade existing electricity generation facilities.

Previously Filed As

NJ A4217

Authorizes EDA to use moneys in "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to support projects to refurbish or upgrade existing electricity generation facilities.

NJ S727

Authorizes EDA to provide grants from "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to finance replacement of certain agricultural equipment.

NJ S3642

Authorizes EDA to provide grants from "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to finance replacement of certain agricultural equipment.

NJ A1223

Authorizes EDA to provide grants from "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to finance replacement of certain agricultural equipment.

NJ A5079

Authorizes EDA to provide grants from "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to finance replacement of certain agricultural equipment.

NJ A4792

Authorizes EDA to provide grants from "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to finance replacement of inefficient agricultural irrigation equipment.

NJ S4070

Establishes Fusion Energy and Technology Incentive Program in EDA to encourage use of power plants for fusion energy and technology purposes; authorizes funds in Global Warming Solutions Fund to support fusion energy and technology facilities.

NJ S630

Requires grants to local government units to cover total cost of forest stewardship plans; provides for allocation of funding from "Global Warming Solutions Fund".

NJ S2968

Requires grants to local government units to cover total cost of forest stewardship plans; provides for allocation of funding from "Global Warming Solutions Fund".

NJ A2632

Requires grants to local government units to cover total cost of forest stewardship plans; provides for allocation of funding from "Global Warming Solutions Fund."

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NJ A4217

Authorizes EDA to use moneys in "Global Warming Solutions Fund" to support projects to refurbish or upgrade existing electricity generation facilities.

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