The bill amends the Clean and Renewable Energy and Energy Waste Reduction Act by adding a new section that allows customers of electric providers in Michigan to install and use plug-in photovoltaic systems on their meters or service panels without being subject to the distributed generation program and interconnection requirements. Customers must ensure that the installation does not compromise the integrity of the structure and must restore it upon removal of the system. Additionally, electric providers are prohibited from requiring customer approval for installation, charging fees related to the system, or mandating additional equipment beyond what is already included in the system.

The bill defines a "plug-in photovoltaic system" as a moveable device with a maximum power output of 1,200 watts, designed to connect to a building's electrical system via a standard outlet, and intended to offset part of the customer's electricity consumption. The system must also include safety features to prevent energizing the electrical system during power outages and must meet specific standards set by the National Electric Code and be certified by recognized testing laboratories. Customers are required to notify their electric provider within a specified timeframe after installation, and the commission will develop a notice form that includes essential information about the system.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 460.1001, 460.1232