Tri-City Sun

State Representative Timmy Beson has expressed concerns over the new renewable energy mandates that were recently signed into law. According to Rep. Beson, these laws will not only increase costs for families but also pose a threat to energy reliability. Additionally, they will diminish the roles of local governments and strip away local input on future projects in communities.

The new legislation requires all utilities to transition to 100% clean energy by 2040. It also grants the Michigan Public Service Commission the authority to determine the siting of large solar and wind projects, effectively bypassing local decision-making processes. Rep. Beson believes that this centralized approach will undermine the voices of local communities, as well as the elected officials who represent them.

"People across the state have voiced opposition to these initiatives at different points when they've come up locally," said Rep. Beson. "These new laws put key decisions in the hands of bureaucrats who don't know our communities as well as the people within them. This is a dangerous precedent."

Beson also raises practical concerns about the feasibility of the transition to 100% clean energy. He points out that Michigan's weather, including clouds and snow, may limit the amount of solar energy the state can generate. This raises safety concerns for individuals who will need to clear snow off their rooftop solar panels in order to collect energy. Rep. Beson worries about the impact these laws will have on vulnerable populations such as the disabled and elderly, who may not be able to afford the necessary technological upgrades.

Furthermore, Rep. Beson highlights the experience of California, which pursued similar aggressive renewable energy timelines but had to scale them back due to issues with energy supply. "Energy providers in our state are already transitioning to more renewable energy without this type of aggressive government intervention," he stated. Rep. Beson believes that these new laws prioritize a radical agenda over the interests of Michigan families and communities.

It remains to be seen how the implementation of these renewable energy mandates will unfold and what impact they will ultimately have on Michigan residents and communities. However, Rep. Beson's concerns highlight the need for careful consideration and thorough evaluation of the potential ramifications of such legislation.

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