HB 189

# HB 189 Analysis HB 189 updates New Hampshire's state energy strategy by formally defining "clean energy" to include both small-scale nuclear power and renewable energy sources, reflecting a broader approach to low-carbon energy development. The bill removes references to the energy efficiency and sustainable energy board from the state's strategic planning process and shifts the focus from "renewable energy" alone to "clean energy and fuel diversity" in the Department of Energy's 10-year strategy. The key impact is that this legislation positions small-scale nuclear energy as a legitimate component of the state's clean energy portfolio, allowing it to be considered alongside traditional renewables like wind and solar in long-term energy planning and policy decisions. The bill takes effect 60 days after passage.