North America
August 18, 2025
Fossil Fuels | Natural Gas
Visual Primer Series
Visual Primer: Utilities Face New Regulations as States Rethink Gas Planning
From ending gas line extension subsidies to designating decarbonization zones, states are proactively updating gas utility planning to align with long-term climate goals.
Across the U.S., state regulators are overhauling natural gas utility rules, ending subsidies for new connections and exploring pilot programs that transition neighborhoods to zero-emission energy, as they race to meet aggressive climate targets.
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