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NJ LegislatureProposedPublished Jan 13, 2026
New Jersey's Plan to Use 100% Clean Electricity by the Future
Official title: S642 — "New Jersey Clean Energy Act of 2024"; establishes 100 percent clean electricity standard and directs BPU to establish clean electricity certificate program.
What is this?
New Jersey is working to make sure all electricity in the state comes from clean energy sources like wind and solar instead of fossil fuels. The state will create a new program that uses special certificates to help power companies switch to clean energy. This law sets a goal for New Jersey to have 100 percent clean electricity in the future.
Who does this affect?
- •Everyone who uses electricity in New Jersey will eventually benefit from cleaner energy sources
- •Electric power companies will need to follow new rules about where their electricity comes from
- •Businesses and industries that rely on electricity may see changes in how they get their power
- •Communities near power plants and fossil fuel facilities may see environmental improvements
What can you do?
1.Learn about clean energy options and ask your electric company if you can choose renewable energy for your home
2.Support the policy by contacting your state legislators to encourage them to vote for this bill
3.Reduce your electricity use by using energy-efficient appliances and LED light bulbs to help reach clean energy goals faster
Timeline
- January 13, 2026: Bill introduced in the Senate
What this means for you
This law sets a goal for New Jersey to have 100 percent clean electricity in the future.