The Massachusetts Senate approved a comprehensive bill aimed at advancing clean energy initiatives, including reforms for clean energy projects, electric vehicle infrastructure, and modernizing the electric grid. The bill, supported by Governor Maura Healey, seeks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and transition to cleaner energy sources. It includes provisions to lower utility bills, expand electric vehicle infrastructure, and ban 'competitive electric suppliers.' Additionally, the U.S. Department of Energy announced $63.5 million funding for innovative energy projects, focusing on technologies like aerogels, thermal batteries, solid-state batteries, and cement decarbonization to propel America's energy innovation leadership.