Danielle Gallant of the Nevada House of Representatives said on April 13 that ‘green energy is not affordable,’ as debates continue in Nevada over energy policy approaches and their effects on electricity prices paid by residents and businesses.
The discussion comes as state lawmakers consider the impact of renewable energy mandates and prevailing wage requirements on utility rates, which affect household budgets across Nevada. The timing coincides with preparations for state elections and legislative debates on utility rates, according to a post by Gallant on X. Her comments responded to a post from the Nevada War Room sharing a Las Vegas Review-Journal editorial board piece on Attorney General Aaron Ford’s energy plan.
Gallant said, ‘You would think he would abandon the very tactics Nevadans rejected last election cycle, but he’s just doubling down. People know green energy is not affordable, and prevailing wage increases cost, and thus the price each rate payer pays.’
Prevailing wage mandates in Nevada result in labor costs that are approximately 44 to 46 percent higher than standard market wages, according to policy research from the Nevada Policy Research Institute. These higher costs apply to construction projects, including those tied to energy infrastructure and utility development. Elevated labor expenses contribute to overall project costs that get passed along to ratepayers and taxpayers. Nevada lawmakers have debated the effects of such requirements on the cost of doing business and utility bills across the state.
Residential electricity rates in Nevada stood at approximately 13.83 cents per kilowatt-hour in early 2026, according to state-by-state comparisons. This rate remains below the national average. However, concerns persist regarding policies that could increase costs, including expanded renewable energy mandates paired with labor requirements on infrastructure.
Gallant is a Republican member of the Nevada State Assembly representing District 23 in Clark County. She also serves as a partner at Guardian Realty Property Management and is a candidate for the Nevada State Senate in District 20. Her background includes work as a therapist and realtor prior to entering public service, according to her official campaign website.
