Lamont talks CT’s future after a hot summer of energy protests. What it means for residents.

Gov. Ned Lamont says Connecticut is committed to offshore wind energy.

He says he believes wind prices have yet to bottom out, meaning the first of its kind, tri-state Connecticut , Rhode Island and Massachusetts auction was scheduled too early.

The state is working with private contractors to develop a residential energy efficiency program that would allow homeowners to pay for solar panels.

Connecticut Gov. Lamont says he's "cautious about our electric rates right now" Lamont : I think wind is going to be a big piece of our energy future, whether you do this round or the next round.

Industry experts have said that, if wind energy were added to the regional energy grid, it could cause Connecticut bills to double or triple.

Gov. Lamont says he wants Connecticut to be positioned as a leader, not a follower.

He says utilities should not be guaranteed profit at a predetermined level regardless of performance.

The governor says he thinks utilities are getting away with regulators, but that's wrong.

The utilities say they are earning far below their ROE limits because what they call arbitrary and unfair decisions.