Senate Bill 382, a bill that would shift executive power in North Carolina, has sparked significant debate, with both environmental and political implications. While the bill is presented as a response to Hurricane Helene, its provisions on shifting the balance of power and environmental implications have raised concerns. The bill has passed a veto override in the Senate and now faces a tough vote in the House.
Renewable energy credits for hog waste-to-energy projects
At the heart of the environmental debate is a proposal to increase renewable energy credits (RECs) for facilities that convert hog waste into biogas, particularly in economically distressed Tier 1 counties, including Sampson and Duplin counties. The credits incentivize the capture of methane from hog waste lagoons, which proponents say will reduce greenhouse gas emissions…
