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Tue November 2024, admin
Georgia
Georgia’s net metering program for Georgia Power customers was a limited pilot program, capped at 5,000 participants or 32 megawatts (MW) of capacity, whichever was reached first. This cap was met in July 2021, and the program ceased accepting new participants. After reaching the cap, new solar customers are compensated under a Solar Avoided Cost rate, which is lower than ...
Tue November 2024, admin
Solar for All: Making Clean Energy Affordable for Everyone
Switching to solar energy can feel like a dream for many families—lower bills, clean energy, and the satisfaction of reducing your carbon footprint. But for some, it’s a dream that feels out of reach, especially for low-income households and communities that have historically been overlooked when it comes to clean energy opportunities. That’s where the Solar for All initiative comes ...
Tue November 2024, admin
Breaking Through the Red Tape: Solar Permitting in the U.S.
As the adoption of solar energy in the United States accelerates, one hurdle still slows the race toward clean energy: permitting. While advances in solar technology have made installations faster and more cost-effective, the permitting process often lags, delaying projects and frustrating stakeholders. Promised approval times frequently fall short of reality, but recent initiatives are working to bridge the gap. ...
Fri November 2024, admin
Texas
Utilities and Solar Permitting Processes Net Metering: State Incentives: Permitting/Interconnection: Net Metering Rates Texas lacks a statewide net metering policy; compensation rates are determined by individual utilities and Retail Electric Providers (REPs). This results in a wide range of rates: Utility-Specific Rates: Note: These rates are subject to change based on market conditions and specific REP offerings. What Are REPs ...
Fri November 2024, admin
Florida
Utilities and Solar Permitting Processes Net Metering: State Incentives: Permitting/Interconnection: Ranking by Net Metering Benefits: Florida has a statewide net metering policy for investor-owned utilities, but municipal utilities and electric cooperatives may have different policies. Key Municipal Utilities and Their Policies: Note: Policies can vary among municipal utilities, so it’s advisable to consult the specific utility for detailed information.
Fri November 2024, admin
Delaware
Net Metering Policy Key Utilities and Their Net Metering Policies State Incentives Permitting and Interconnection
Fri November 2024, admin
Connecticut
Net Metering Policy Key Utilities and Their Net Metering Policies State Incentives Permitting and Interconnection Residential Renewable Energy Solutions (RRES) Program in Connecticut The Residential Renewable Energy Solutions (RRES) program, launched in January 2022, provides homeowners in Connecticut with two options for compensating energy produced by their renewable energy systems: This program replaces the older net metering system and the ...
Thu November 2024, admin
Colorado
Colorado’s net metering policies and solar incentives are designed to encourage the adoption of renewable energy across the state. Here’s an overview of the major utilities, their net metering programs, state incentives, and the permitting and interconnection processes. Major Utilities and Their Net Metering Policies State Incentives Depending on where you live, you may be eligible for incentives if you ...
Thu November 2024, admin
California
Net Metering Policy Overview California’s Net Energy Metering 3.0 (NEM 3.0) program began in April 2023, replacing NEM 2.0 for the major utilities. Many municipal utilities are still running NEM 2.0 programs or a program similar to it. NEM 3.0 introduces significant changes to solar compensation: Key Utilities and Avoided Cost Rates Below is a summary of the major and ...
Thu November 2024, admin
Arkansas
Net Metering Policy Key Utilities and Their Net Metering Policies State Incentives Permitting and Interconnection
