California Renewables Portfolio Standard Program: hydroelectric generation.

CA AB1191 aimed to update California's laws regarding hydroelectric power generation within the state's Renewables Portfolio Standard Program. The bill proposed amendments to existing codes to better integrate hydroelectric energy into California's renewable energy goals. However, it ultimately did not pass in the legislature.

Supporters of CA AB1191 argued that the bill would enhance California's renewable energy framework by recognizing the importance of hydroelectric power. They believed that integrating hydroelectric generation could help the state meet its ambitious climate goals while providing a reliable energy source.

Critics of CA AB1191 contended that the bill could undermine efforts to transition to more sustainable energy sources by placing too much emphasis on hydroelectric generation. They expressed concerns that it might lead to environmental degradation and negatively impact local ecosystems, countering the state's renewable energy objectives.