This bill amends existing laws regarding net metering for renewable energy generators in the ISO-NE electricity markets. It allows these generators to maintain their market participant status while qualifying for net metering tariffs, effective January 1, 2025. The bill introduces a new subparagraph that specifies that renewable energy generators will not be required to withdraw or change their market status to be eligible for net metering. Additionally, it modifies the requirements for developing and reviewing alternative net metering tariffs, ensuring that changes to these tariffs will only apply prospectively and will not affect facilities that are already eligible or participating in the net metering program.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies metering practices for customer-generators, specifying that a single net meter is sufficient for facilities with a peak generating capacity of up to 100 kilowatts, while a bidirectional metering system is required for larger facilities. The language also emphasizes that customer-generators will not bear the cost of installing net meters but will be responsible for the installation of bidirectional metering systems, which must comply with utility tariffs. The bill aims to balance the interests of customer-generators and utility ratepayers while ensuring fair and reasonable cost structures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 362-A:9
As Amended by the Senate: 362-A:9