Florida state House moving on comprehensive energy bill; cap-and-trade, renewables mandate for utilities on the docket

In Florida, the state House is considering a bill that would create a seven-member Florida Energy and Climate Commission. The bill would also create a cap-and-trade system for reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by utilities, a renewable portfolio standard requiring 2.25 percent use of renewables by utilities commencing in 2009, and green-friendly construction standards and procurement policies.

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