Young Floridians sue utility regulator over fossil fuel reliance in energy transition case

Two young plaintiffs in Florida are suing the state's Public Service Commission over its support for fossil fuels. They argue that the commission's actions violate their constitutional rights and hinder the transition to renewable energy. Florida's electric utilities heavily rely on fossil fuels, with 84.9% of electricity generated from these sources. The plaintiffs claim the commission has consistently approved energy plans that do not comply with state laws promoting renewable energy. The lawsuit, Reynolds v. Public Service Commission, aims to challenge the commission's long-standing practices. Similar youth-led climate lawsuits in other states have seen success, highlighting a growing movement for climate action among young people.