This report was authored by Matthew Rogotzke, Jessica Rackley, and Dan Lauf from the National Governors Association and published in October 2021. The report provides insight for U.S. state governors on how to improve the energy efficiency policy for their states as efforts to decarbonize continue to grow. Recommendations are made to lead by example and capture cost savings, create jobs, reduce energy consumption, prevent pollution, and strengthen grid security. It is also suggested for states to engage utilities to provide affordable rates and increase access to energy efficiency projects.

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