The ninth circuit on monday found that the cpucs program was preempted by a federal law. This california solar initiative csi program handbook describes the detailed requirements for. Cpuc rejects net metering rate increases solar, wind, ev. The cpucs decision was unanimous and in line with what governor jerry brown intended when he signed. Coming california puc decisions may tell the future of. In a close 32 vote on thursday, the california public utilities commission cpuc issued its longawaited final decision on the states successor. The california public utilities commission cpuc has passed a directive whereby state utilities are required to buy 1.
Includes all renewable and environmental attributes. Bradley bartz is a serial delegator used to be serial entrepreneur. California grandfathers existing solar arrays in, rates. Deep dive inside californias plans to jumpstart community solar development the ca community solar market could be huge if regulators dont make it unaffordable and unpredictable. The california public utilities commission regulates privately owned. The california public utilities commission cpuc created this guide to provide information to homeowners interested in solar at their residence.
Cpuc decides on solar farms and nuclear power plants brightsource energys solar farms get approved and the san onofre nuclear facility gets investigated. Cpuc commissioners have voted to accept the revised proposed decision. Cpucs approval of the contract signals the january 2010 construction start. The applications were made to the california public utilities commission cpuc for authorization to procure energy storage resources under the cpucs october 20 energy storage order, decision 10040. In the process they moved the start of the peak period four hours later to 4 pm, over the objections of solar advocates who argued that the data could support a more gradual move to 3 pm.
Cpuc program for alternative energy contracts preempted by more. August 9, 2012 the governors office of planning and research. This is not intended to be a definitive guide, but just to start the delineation between the organizations. The packet is intended to help consumers make an informed decision about installing solar, in response to aggressive or unscrupulous sales. California public utilities commission and municipal utilities until 2015, cas rps target was for 33% of retail electricity sales to be from eligible renewable resources by 2020 in 2015, the ca legislature passed sb 350 which increased the rps requirement by imposing goals designed to reach a goal of 50% by 2030 the current goals are. The decision may be a temporary victory for the distributed solar industry as legal challenges and further cpuc proceedings loom. California solar initiative california public utilities. Abc solar hits solar panic button to file a writ of. California solar consumer protection guide california public utilities. The california public utilities commission cpuc created this guide to. Click on a column heading to change the display order.
Cpuc net metering decision is good news for clean energy february 3, 2016, 12. In addition, this decision approves a 2 mw pv pilot project. Inside californias plans to jumpstart community solar. Public utilities commission of the state of california. The us state of california has approved a policy that grants financial credit to solar customers who supply electricity to the grid. August 2, 2011 new tool unveiled adds value for california solar homes. Our five governorappointed commissioners, as well as our staff, are dedicated to ensuring that consumers have safe, reliable utility service at reasonable rates. The commissions decision could have significant ramifications for the future of rooftop solar, and for the states ability to limit emissions of planetwarming greenhouse gases.
The csi is being implemented by the energy commission, the california public utilities commission cpuc, and the states local publicly owned electric utilities in different programs that share the same broad goals. Cpuc to decide how long solar customers receive net metering. Overview of the cpucs california solar initiative and dg programs author. Beginning january 1, 2007, the incentive program for solar pv installations under sgip was discontinued. Efficiency first a solar pv system should be considered only after the host building has reduced its overall load as much as possible. Sep 28, 2015 the commissions decision could have significant ramifications for the future of rooftop solar, and for the states ability to limit emissions of planetwarming greenhouse gases. He is founder and president of abc solar incorporated founded in 2000. The colorado public utilities commission, in a decision reminiscent of the mythological zeuss thunderbolt, said no to xcel energys proposal to use its solar connect program to establish community solar projects community solar, also known as distributed solar, is a program whereby utility company ratepayers can opt into solar power. But this question has actually come up in conversation a remarkable number of times in the last couple of weeks. After months of contentious debate between solar and storage firms and. This is an excellent tool to help ensure that all aspects of the project are considered before a decision is made. Cpuc to decide how long solar customers receive net.
Colorado cpuc says no to distributed, community solar. Draft green book may 2018 i california public utilities ca. Overview of the cpucs california solar initiative and dg. California public utilities commission energy division. The adopted solar energy project authorizes 26 mw of utility. This should be done through other energy efficiency measures so that the maximum potential of the. Cpuc decision continues to reward blooms fuel cells. The california public utilities commission issued a strong proposed decision today that, if adopted, would uphold net metering in california for future solar customers. Vote solar, cpuc net metering decision keeps leading on rooftop solar and customer choice jan. This is a graphical representation of the options, issues and decisions that a utility needs to address when deciding to pursue solar pv. Cpuc s approval of the contract signals the january 2010 construction start for the facility, an expansion of. Search for documents california public utilities commission. Cpuc decides what low emissions actually means in a state with a 50. While california continues its commitment to supporting clean, renewable energy such as solar, market transformation marked by significant drops in equipment prices indicate that direct incentives are no longer necessary.
Declines petitioners request that the commission adopt specific language for a deed restriction. On this page you can find search links to official cpuc generated proceeding documents, advice letters, and documents that are electronically filed by third parties during a proceeding. Jan 14, 2015 colorado cpuc says no to distributed, community solar. Net energy metering gets a new lease on life and a welldefined cap. Changes to time of use tou periods threaten value of. Solar advocate groups, led by the california solar energy industries association calseia, vote solar, and the solar energy industries association seia have already submitted formal comments to the commission, arguing that the expected life of a solar. On december 21, commissioner picker issued a scoping memo and ruling that states. The california solar initiative csi is overseen by the california public.
Californias utilities applied for permission to increase rates on net metering, in todays preliminary ruling cpuc rejects net metering rate increases. The difference between the cec and cpuc zero resource. Welcome to the california public utilities commission. Overview of the cpuc s california solar initiative and dg programs. Jan 27, 2014 the california public utilities commission cpuc is about to decide how long solar customers should receive the benefits of net metering. These studies 9 were the 1012 year study of the denver boulder load serving area and the 10 cherokee 4 replacement study.
Sharp shift stiffs solar as cpuc approves later tou peak. In a 32 vote, the commission chose to keep californias solar incentives mostly in place. It requires the cpuc to ensure that not less than 10% of the overall funds for the. California utilities struggle to comply with state energy. The bulletin comes from the solar consumer protection government taskforce, made up of the california public utilities commission cpuc, contractors state. Dec 04, 2015 solar industry within ten years, and 3 placing solar energy systems on 50 percent of new california homes by 2020. Solar industry groups ask cpuc to reject grid modernization. Classifieds expert witness search video book center cle center. Cpuc definition of a rec a rec for compliance with the californias rps is. Southern california edison received approval of three 20year power purchase agreements ppas with solar star california sunpower for the quinto, avsp i, and avsp ii projects.
California extends grandfathering under new tou rates pv. The california public utilities commission cpuc plays a big role in grids work to bring solar to lowincome families in california, but it isnt often that cpuc staffers themselves get to see that work in action. Aug 18, 2010 the california public utilities commission serves the public interest by protecting consumers and ensuring the provision of safe, reliable utility service and infrastructure at reasonable rates, with a commitment to environmental enhancement and a healthy california economy. The cpuc serves the public interest by protecting consumers and ensuring the provision of safe. News releases and announcements go solar california.
Cpuc adopts solarfriendly rate for commercial, industrial. Authorizes the disclosure of records concerning the california public utilities commission safety. Cpuc defends solar net metering policy in 32 vote smart. State of california governor department of industrial. General order 95128 rules committee meets regularly to address rule changes, prior to. Brochures on cpuc processes california public utilities. Cpuc decides on solar farms and nuclear power plants. Mar 05, 2015 deep dive inside californias plans to jumpstart community solar development the ca community solar market could be huge if regulators dont make it unaffordable and unpredictable. The state regulator, the california public utilities commission approved a policy, as the result of a threetotwo vote, under its solar net metering policy. Rooftop solar faces uncertain future the desert sun. You can also find staff reports, press releases, environmental impact reports, and many other documents produced by the cpuc. Coming california puc decisions may tell the future. California public utilities commission cpuc or commissionmanaged incentive program. The california public utilities commission cpuc presents the california solar consumer protection guide.
Cpuc rules on renewable energy credits sf environment. California public utilities commission 505 van ness avenue, fourth floor san francisco, california 94102 with a copy mailed to. California solar permitting guidebook july 3, 2012 csi program issues annual program assessment to governor, legislature. California solar initiative csi the california solar initiative csi general market program closed on december 31, 2016. The cpuc is a government agency that oversees the solar programs of privatelyowned electric utilities.
On january 28, 2016, the california public utilities commission cpuc voted to uphold our successful net metering program for rooftop solar. Consumer brochures forms dbo monthly bulletins press releases. The decision upholds an earlier ruling by a federal judge in san francisco. One trend is the fragmented decisionmaking that comes from the. The decision which was years in the making represents a balanced path forward for solar that will support consumer savings, local jobs, healthier communities and climate progress. The cpuc released revision 2 of their proposed decision on. The california public utilities commission cpuc prohibits discrimination in employment, its regulatory programs, and activities on the basis of race, national origin, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational. Advocacy at the california public utilities commission cpuc. Cpuc utilities safety and reliability branch 8 changes any person may petition the commission under public utilities code section 1708. Today, the solar energy industries association seia and vote solar filed testimony with the california public utilities commission on southern california edisons grid modernization proposal and issued the following statements.
Jan 28, 2016 in a close 32 vote on thursday, the california public utilities commission cpuc issued its longawaited final decision on the states successor netmetering program, often referred to as nem 2. Solar program comes full circle for cpuc volunteers grid. Decision to change solar compensation wont be soon. In its place, cpuc established an incentive program under the califomiasolar initiative csi for solar pv, solar thermal, solar water heating, and solar heating and air conditioning technologies. May 02, 2017 today, the solar energy industries association seia and vote solar filed testimony with the california public utilities commission on southern california edisons grid modernization proposal and issued the following statements. Jan 29, 2016 the us state of california has approved a policy that grants financial credit to solar customers who supply electricity to the grid. Solar advocates worry the decision will set a precedent for other tou rate proposals from the states other utilities, which could further harm a. Dec 15, 2015 the california public utilities commission issued a strong proposed decision today that, if adopted, would uphold net metering in california for future solar customers. They are moving to customersited resources like rooftop solar and energy efficiency. Abc solar hits solar panic button to file a writ of mandamus vs cpuc.
Decision 0612033 establishing the csi budget capped the. Documents referenced in 2020 wildfire mitigation plan. Authorizes the disclosure of records concerning the california public utilities commissions safety and enforcement division investigation of a muni lrv incident which occurred on october 11, 2014 and all incidents between intersection of 19th avenue and junipero serra boulevard, in san francisco, california, once the investigations are complete. A certificate of proof, issued through the western renewable generation information system, associated with eligible renewable resources interconnected to the western electricity coordinating council wecc. The solar power purchase agreement is for solar photovoltaic facilities that will provide 711 mw of new renewable capacity and an estimated 1,835 gwh of energy annually. Cpuc keeps net energy metering alive this is a big, big win. In many areas of california, you cannot connect a residential solar. Draft decision upholds net metering for california vote solar.
The cpuc is committed to helping create a sustainable market for solar technology through the california solar initiative. The colorado public utilities commission, in a decision reminiscent of the mythological zeuss thunderbolt, said no to xcel energys proposal to use its solar connect program to establish community solar projects. Public utilities commission of the state of california public agenda 3360 thursday, july 23, 2015 9. But earlier this month, six cpuc staffers got to spend a day installing solar with grid alternatives, which administers the singlefamily affordable solar homes. This is very encouraging news for californians and others across the country who are fighting to maintain solar choice against utility opposition. California grandfathers existing solar arrays in, rates wont change for 20 years. In order to conform to state law, the cpuc then worked with parties to issue a proposed decision on sb. The minnesota public utilities commission puc regulates three cornerstone service industries in minnesotas economy, i. Cpuc net metering decision is good news for clean energy law360. The california public utilities commission cpuc is about to decide how long solar customers should receive the benefits of net metering. Modifies decision 1501027 to remove the finding that documents required by section 2852 be recorded at least 180 days prior to the date of a multifamily affordable solar housing application. The minnesota public utilities commissions mission is to create and maintain a regulatory environment that ensures safe, adequate and efficient utility services at fair, reasonable rates consistent with state telecommunications and energy policies.
The california public utilities commission cpuc or puc is a regulatory agency that. Cpuc adopts consumer protection requirements for solar. The california public utilities commission regulates privately owned electric, natural gas, telecommunications, water, railroad, rail transit, and passenger transportation companies, in addition to authorizing video franchises. Dec 18, 2009 the 48 mw project will use fixedtilt thinfilm pv panels manufactured by first solar. State and county agencies join to advise fresno area utility.
Cpuc net metering decision is good news for clean energy. The order was passed for three reasons optimisation of the grid. This green book is intended to follow the cpucs 1993 yellow. State utility regulators are delaying idaho powers quest to lump people who install rooftop solar panels into a new class of energy providers. The 48 mw project will use fixedtilt thinfilm pv panels manufactured by first solar. California regulators see signs of a new energy crisis can they. I know what youre thinking a really exciting topic. Apr 12, 2017 the california public utilities commission cpuc plays a big role in grids work to bring solar to lowincome families in california, but it isnt often that cpuc staffers themselves get to see that work in action. Sharp shift stiffs solar as cpuc approves later tou peak time. Cpuc is weighing sces grid plan which is part of its general rate case proposal filed last fall. David kraska, law department pacific gas and electric company p. This decision does not order any actions by the utilities relating to safety.
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