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Earlier this month, Governor Lamont signed major climate legislation into law, committing Connecticut to net-zero emissions by 2050, expanding clean energy incentives, and supporting green jobs. The law also strengthens climate resiliency and places restrictions on the use of rat poisons and a class of pesticides known as neonicotinoids.
House Bill 5004 (Public Act 25-125):
- Establishes a net-zero greenhouse gas emissions target for Connecticut by 2050, with a new interim target for 2040
- Includes incentives for solar canopies and energy-efficient heating and cooling systems
- Supports the growth of the green economy through workforce development and sustainable business incentives
- Requires studies on heat pumps, solar canopies, nature-based solutions, and renter access to state energy efficiency plans
Senate Bill 9 (Public Act 25-33):
- Strengthens state and local planning for flood and other climate-related emergencies
- Focuses on making infrastructure like bridges and roads better able to withstand severe weather
- Requires insurance companies to inform homeowners about flood coverage and provides resources for communities to invest in climate resilience planning and project development
- Includes tougher restrictions on certain rodent poisons and neonicotinoid pesticides
I’m proud to stand with colleagues and advocates who fought for a cleaner, fairer future. This is a win for our environment, our economy, and our kids.
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