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CT Renewable Energy Tariff Programs Successor Study

Connecticut's Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) has recommended replacing the state's current residential, non residential, and shared clean energy tariff programs with a unified eight-year successor program running from 2028 to 2035. Key changes include reduced export compensation to encourage on-site energy use, a shift to a "first-ready" project selection process for non-residential projects, and continued incentives for low-income customers and energy storage.

https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/connecticut-s-renewable-energy-tariff-2246739/

Branford Launches Fully Electric School Bus Fleet

Student transportation provider Zum will deploy a fully electric school bus fleet for Branford Public Schools beginning in the 2026 27 school year, making Branford the largest fully electric school district with vehicle to grid (V2G) capabilities in the Northeast. The district is completing its transition to 100% electric buses three years ahead of its original schedule, with bidirectional V2G charging infrastructure that will allow buses to return stored energy to the local grid when not in service.

https://chargedevs.com/newswire/zum-launches-fully-electric-school-bus-fleet-in-…

CT Businesses Rush to Start Solar Projects Before Federal Tax Credit Expires

Connecticut solar developers are racing to launch commercial projects before a July 4 federal deadline, with businesses scrambling to qualify for a 30% Investment Tax Credit set to expire under new federal rules. Projects must begin construction by July 4 or reach full operation by December under the One Big Beautiful Bill.

https://hartfordbusiness.com/article/ct-businesses-rush-to-start-solar-projects-…

CT Siting Council Reaffirms Denial Of UI Monopole Project

The Connecticut Siting Council voted 6-1 to formally reject United Illuminating's application to build transmission line monopoles up to 195 feet high through Fairfield and Bridgeport. The decision concludes the review process for the controversial project that faced strong opposition from residents, businesses, and local officials.

https://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/ct-siting-council-reaffirms-denial-ui-mo…

New 4MW Fuel Cell Plant Expected to Harden Connecticut's Grid and Enhance Baseload Power Generation

Dispatch Energy has energized a 4-megawatt fuel cell facility at Bunnell Block in Bridgeport, a former brownfield site, as part of Connecticut's Shared Clean Energy Facility program. The project will provide clean baseload power to an estimated 3,393 homes and reduce emissions by 50% in a densely populated area.

https://fox4kc.com/business/press-releases/globenewswire/9629221/new-4mw-fuel-ce…

Demolition Crews Begin Ambitious CT Mega-Project

Demolition has started at East Hartford's Port Eastside development, where developers plan to build 300 apartments as the first phase of a project that will ultimately create up to 1,000 apartments, restaurants, and entertainment venues across 28 acres of Connecticut River waterfront property.

https://www.courant.com/2026/02/05/after-three-years-demolition-crews-begin-ambi…

Demolition of Vacant CT Building Puts Future Development In Spotlight

Demolition work begins on Hartford's vacant data processing center near Dunkin' Park, making way for a $90 million AI center, boutique hotel, and parking garage. The $9.4 million demolition is expected to complete by June, clearing the site for RMS Cos. redevelopment that includes a proposed center for applied artificial intelligence with potential Google technology partnership.

https://www.courant.com/2026/01/14/demolition-of-vacant-and-decaying-ct-building…

Offshore Wind Project Clears Federal Hurdle, Construction Resumes

A federal court issued a preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration's halt of the Revolution Wind offshore project, allowing construction to resume on the nearly-complete wind farm. Gov. Lamont praised the ruling, stating the project will deliver diverse energy supply and lower utility costs for over 300,000 Connecticut homes while creating good-paying jobs.

https://patch.com/connecticut/across-ct/offshore-wind-project-clears-federal-hur…

Higher Bills, Delayed Projects: How Administration Policies Hit CT's Clean Energy Push

Connecticut's 2026 gubernatorial race centers on electricity affordability as candidates navigate Trump administration policies shifting federal energy support away from renewables. Gov. Lamont pursues an "all-of-the-above" strategy including natural gas expansion, while facing criticism from both progressive Democrats favoring clean energy investments and Republicans seeking to eliminate public benefits charges on electric bills.

https://www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/article/ct-trump-climate-energy-agenda-cos…

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