The Public Utilities Regulatory Policies Act (or 'PURPA') was enacted in 1978 in response to the energy crisis during the Carter Administration, and this law was intended to promote energy conversation and support the use of domestic energy, including renewable resources.
Upton explains the purpose of PURPA and its historical context.
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