Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act
/ˈpʌblɪk juːˈtɪləti ˌrɛɡjʊˈlætəri ˈpɒlɪsiz ækt/
Definitions
- (n.) A 1978 U.S. federal law aimed at promoting energy conservation and encouraging renewable energy use by requiring utilities to implement certain regulatory policies.
The Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act incentivizes utilities to adopt energy-efficient technologies.
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- public utility regulatory policies act
- public utility regulatory policies acts
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Commentary
Often cited as PURPA, this Act is crucial in shaping regulatory frameworks to promote alternative energy and energy efficiency in utilities.
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