New York Times: Massachusetts state officials announced on Friday new energy efficiency standards for utilities that aim to be the most ambitious in the nation. The plan calls for a statewide reduction of 2.4 percent in electricity use and 1.15 percent in natural gas use annually for three years. The savings are to be achieved largely through $1.6 billion in incentives for utility customers who take certain actions to conserve energy, like insulating their houses or replacing conventional light bulbs …