Substitute House Bill No. 7087 establishes a pilot program for community solar energy generating systems in Connecticut, set to begin on October 1, 2025. The bill defines a "community solar energy generating system" as a solar photovoltaic system serving multiple subscribers, allowing them to receive credits on their electric bills through virtual net energy metering. The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) is responsible for launching the program by December 1, 2025, ensuring participation from all electric customer rate classes. Key provisions include the ability for subscriber organizations to sell any unsubscribed energy to electric distribution companies (EDCs) and the establishment of regulations to protect consumers. The program is capped at a total capacity of 600 megawatts and allows for the continuation of community solar systems after the pilot program ends.

Additionally, the bill mandates the formation of a working group to assess the pilot program's effectiveness and make recommendations for a potential permanent program, with a report due by January 1, 2028. The working group will include various stakeholders and will evaluate the impact of community solar projects on energy costs, reliability, and participation among low- and moderate-income customers. The bill introduces new legal language regarding the community solar energy credit sale program and the working group while making minor adjustments to existing laws. Overall, the bill aims to promote renewable energy generation and enhance consumer access to solar energy in Connecticut.