Clean Energy Plans
Meeting greenhouse gas emission reduction targets requires clean, affordable, and reliable energy, in addition to widespread electrification in the transportation and buildings sectors.
To prepare for the transition to clean energy, it is important for states to develop a comprehensive clean energy plan.
A clean energy plan outlines the steps a state should take to meet their clean energy targets and/or goals. The framework of a clean energy plan outlines the state energy context and main objectives of the plan, and it typically models the future of a decarbonized and modernized electricity system based on different scenarios. They cover in-depth technical pathways to clean energy, explain economic, social, and environmental benefits the plan will have for the state, and provide strategies and recommendations to implement actions toward achieving the state’s climate and energy goals.
Oftentimes, clean energy plans are spurred through legislation or executive order in response to the establishment of new clean energy or greenhouse gas reduction targets. Clean energy plans may also be developed as part of a larger economy-wide climate action plan that extends beyond the electricity sector.
Key Resources
Advice for States on 100% Clean Energy Part One: The Process for Producing a Plan
Guide to 100% Clean Energy States
Policy Explainer: Designing a Roadmap for Decarbonization with Clean Energy Plans
Advancing Equity through 100% Clean Energy
Model States
Colorado
Regulated utilities are required to submit a Clean Energy Plan to reduce emissions 80% below 2005 levels by 2030 and supply 100% clean energy by 2050
Polis Administration’s Roadmap to 100% Renewable Energy by 2040 and Bold Climate Action
Illinois
Renewable Energy Access Plan
New York
10-Point Action Plan to Expand a Thriving Large-Scale Renewable Industry
The state is also developing an updated 2025-2040 State Energy Plan, expected in December 2025.
Wisconsin
State of Wisconsin Clean Energy Plan
Clean Energy Plan Progress Report
Clean Energy Plans By State
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Achieving 100 Percent Clean Electricity in California Building the Electricity Grid of the Future: California's Clean Energy Transition Plan Establishing Policies
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West | 2023 | ||
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Regulated utilities are required to submit a Clean Energy Plan to reduce emissions 80% below 2005 levels by 2030 and supply 100% clean energy by 2050 Polis Administration’s Roadmap to 100% Renewable Energy by 2040 and Bold Climate Action Establishing Policies
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West | 2019 | ||
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2021 Integrated Resources Plan: Pathways to Achieve 100% Zero-carbon Electric Sector by 2040 2018 Comprehensive Energy Strategy (CES) Establishing Policies
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Northeast | 2020 | ||
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2024-2028 Delaware State Energy Plan Establishing Policies
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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The Public Utilities Commission is required to evaluate Hawaii’s RPS every five years and report its findings to the Legislature. The Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism is required to implement a plan to transition the State to a clean energy economy. State of Hawai‘i Report to the 2024 Legislature on Hawaii’s Renewable Portfolio Standards Establishing Policies
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West | 2023 | ||
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Renewable Energy Access Plan Establishing Policies
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Midwest | 2024 | ||
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Maine Energy Plan 2025 and Maine Pathways to 2040: Analysis and Insights Establishing Policies
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Northeast | 2025 | ||
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Reaching 100 Percent Net Carbon-Free Electricity in Maryland Establishing Policies
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Southeast | 2025 | ||
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Massachusetts Clean Energy and Climate Plan for 2025 and 2030 Establishing Policies
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Northeast | 2022 | ||
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The state does not have its own clean energy plan, but SB 271 requires electricity providers to submit clean energy plans detailing how they will meet the state’s clean energy standard. Establishing Policies
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Midwest | 2023 | ||
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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2019 New Jersey Energy Master Plan: Pathway to 2050 Establishing Policies
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Northeast | 2020 | ||
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The state is currently developing a Comprehensive Energy Transition Strategy Establishing Policies
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10-Point Action Plan to Expand a Thriving Large-Scale Renewable Industry The state is also developing an updated 2025-2040 State Energy Plan, expected in December 2025. Establishing Policies
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Northeast | 2023 | ||
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North Carolina Clean Energy Plan Establishing Policies
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Southeast | 2019 | ||
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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HB 3630 directs the Oregon Department of Energy to develop a strategy for meeting the state’s energy policy objectives and greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets. Establishing Policies
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West | 2023 | ||
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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The Road to 100% Renewable Electricity by 2030 in Rhode Island Establishing Policies
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Northeast | 2020 | ||
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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The Department of Public Service is required by 30 V.S.A. § 202b to update the Comprehensive Energy Plan every six years 2022 Vermont Comprehensive Energy Plan Establishing Policies
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Northeast | 2022 | ||
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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Washington 2021 State Energy Strategy Establishing Policies
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West | 2020 | ||
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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State of Wisconsin Clean Energy Plan Clean Energy Plan Progress Report Establishing Policies
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Midwest | 2024 | ||
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Clean energy plans are documents that outline the policies and strategies states can implement to meet clean energy targets. Draft plans are often published first, and after a period of public comments and revisions, a final plan is released. Empty column
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