Only electric generators less than 40 kilowatts (kW) are eligible and include fossil fuel cogeneration facilities.There is no statewide limit on the amount of electricity that can qualify for net metering payments, all customer classes are eligible for the program, and all utilities are required to offer net metering.
In 2004, existing net metering provisions were revised by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. Net metering is available for qualifying projects up to 2MW. Customers eligible for net metering own the renewable-energy credits (RECs) associated with the electricity they generate. Continue reading
Wisconsin is the other state to offer the retail rate for net excess generation (NEG), but unlike Minnesota it does so only for electricity generated from renewable resources. For non-renewable generation the net energy rate is the utility’s avoided cost of electricity production. Continue reading
The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) will buy excess solar-powered electricity produced by their customers at the retail rate. In 1993, the SMUD PV Pioneer program established a partnership with customers willing to assist in the early adoption of photovoltaic(PV) technology. Continue reading
In November 2001, voters in San Francisco cast their ballots in favor of becoming a world leader in solar electricity. Seventy-three percent of voters approved of Proposition B to allow San Francisco to issue$100 million in revenue bonds to finance enough renewable energy to supply about 25 percent of the government’s needs. If fully implemented San Francisco will become the largest single producer of solar energy in the U.S. Continue reading
In late November 1997, without much fanfare, the Salem Electric Cooperative’s (SE) Board of Directors unanimously voted to approve a contract to purchase power for their owner/member from wind power. This act of green citizenship would result in Salem Electric getting about 15% of their electricity from wind energy with the increased costs spread between all their owner/members rather than just a few. Continue reading
Minnesota once had a model of energy efficient code when compared to other states. Minnesota Statute required that the Minnesota Energy Code"be designed to equal or exceed the most energy-conserving codes adopted by any other state." Continue reading
When the federal government or states establish appliance and equipment standards, they are setting the bar for minimum energy efficiency of products. Standards save money for energy users, protect the environment, and boost the economy. They hasten adoption of energy-saving technology in products, often with improved performance. Continue reading
The Vermont Public Service Board (Board) ordered the creation of the energy efficiency utility in response to a request from the Department of Public Service, all of the state’s 22 electric utilities, and a dozen consumer and environmental groups. Through Efficiency Vermont, consumers, businesses, manufacturers, and farmers across the state can participate in the same seven energy and money-saving programs. Continue reading
As part of Illinois’ electricity deregulation process that began implementation in 1998, all electricity suppliers in Illinois must provide environmental information in utility bills four times per year. These include charts and graphs that will help consumers learn more about where their electricity comes from, and how much pollution it causes. Continue reading
Your download has begun in a separate window. Please take a minute to help us better understand who is viewing our work by filling out the form below.