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Application of PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY (U39E) for Review of the Disadvantaged Communities – Green Tariff, Community Solar Green Tariff and Green Tariff Shared Renewables Programs.
Renewable Energy Programs Update
The recent documents related to A22-05-022 provide a comprehensive update on the state of renewable energy programs in California, focusing on the Net Value Billing Tariff (NVBT) and community solar projects. Here's a breakdown of the key points and positions from various stakeholders:
Overview of Renewable Energy Programs
- The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
- Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.
Comments on Proposed Decision
- The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
- Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).
FERC Orders and Cases
Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.
Treatment of Credits
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
Potential Modifications to the NVBT
Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.
Recommendations for the NVBT Program
The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.
Use of Funding Sources
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Targeting Low-Income Households
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Challenges with PURPA Prices
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
Stakeholder Comments
- Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
- Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.
Concusion
The documents collectively underscore the potential savings and advantages of deploying NVBT for renewable energy programs in California. Stakeholders urge the Commission to modify or reject the Proposed Decision based on these findings, highlighting the need for a program that benefits all ratepayers, promotes energy efficiency, and ensures participation from low-income households.
Bill to cut California's industrial emissions, shift to zero-emission tech, and prioritize disadvantaged communities by 2045
Renewable Energy Programs Update
The recent documents related to A22-05-022 provide a comprehensive update on the state of renewable energy programs in California, focusing on the Net Value Billing Tariff (NVBT) and community solar projects. Here's a breakdown of the key points and positions from various stakeholders:
Overview of Renewable Energy Programs
- The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
- Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.
Comments on Proposed Decision
- The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
- Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).
FERC Orders and Cases
Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.
Treatment of Credits
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
Potential Modifications to the NVBT
Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.
Recommendations for the NVBT Program
The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.
Use of Funding Sources
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Targeting Low-Income Households
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Challenges with PURPA Prices
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
Stakeholder Comments
- Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
- Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.
Concusion
The documents collectively underscore the potential savings and advantages of deploying NVBT for renewable energy programs in California. Stakeholders urge the Commission to modify or reject the Proposed Decision based on these findings, highlighting the need for a program that benefits all ratepayers, promotes energy efficiency, and ensures participation from low-income households.
Streamline approval process for upgrading transmission facilities by allowing advanced reconductoring projects without construction permits, reducing costs and improving efficiency
Renewable Energy Programs Update
The recent documents related to A22-05-022 provide a comprehensive update on the state of renewable energy programs in California, focusing on the Net Value Billing Tariff (NVBT) and community solar projects. Here's a breakdown of the key points and positions from various stakeholders:
Overview of Renewable Energy Programs
- The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
- Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.
Comments on Proposed Decision
- The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
- Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).
FERC Orders and Cases
Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.
Treatment of Credits
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
Potential Modifications to the NVBT
Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.
Recommendations for the NVBT Program
The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.
Use of Funding Sources
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Targeting Low-Income Households
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Challenges with PURPA Prices
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
Stakeholder Comments
- Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
- Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.
Concusion
The documents collectively underscore the potential savings and advantages of deploying NVBT for renewable energy programs in California. Stakeholders urge the Commission to modify or reject the Proposed Decision based on these findings, highlighting the need for a program that benefits all ratepayers, promotes energy efficiency, and ensures participation from low-income households.
Application of PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY (U39E) for Review of the Disadvantaged Communities – Green Tariff, Community Solar Green Tariff and Green Tariff Shared Renewables Programs.
Renewable Energy Programs Update
The recent documents related to A22-05-022 provide a comprehensive update on the state of renewable energy programs in California, focusing on the Net Value Billing Tariff (NVBT) and community solar projects. Here's a breakdown of the key points and positions from various stakeholders:
Overview of Renewable Energy Programs
- The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
- Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.
Comments on Proposed Decision
- The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
- Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).
FERC Orders and Cases
Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.
Treatment of Credits
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
Potential Modifications to the NVBT
Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.
Recommendations for the NVBT Program
The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.
Use of Funding Sources
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Targeting Low-Income Households
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Challenges with PURPA Prices
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
Stakeholder Comments
- Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
- Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.
Concusion
The documents collectively underscore the potential savings and advantages of deploying NVBT for renewable energy programs in California. Stakeholders urge the Commission to modify or reject the Proposed Decision based on these findings, highlighting the need for a program that benefits all ratepayers, promotes energy efficiency, and ensures participation from low-income households.
Bill to cut California's industrial emissions, shift to zero-emission tech, and prioritize disadvantaged communities by 2045
Renewable Energy Programs Update
The recent documents related to A22-05-022 provide a comprehensive update on the state of renewable energy programs in California, focusing on the Net Value Billing Tariff (NVBT) and community solar projects. Here's a breakdown of the key points and positions from various stakeholders:
Overview of Renewable Energy Programs
- The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
- Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.
Comments on Proposed Decision
- The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
- Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).
FERC Orders and Cases
Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.
Treatment of Credits
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
Potential Modifications to the NVBT
Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.
Recommendations for the NVBT Program
The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.
Use of Funding Sources
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Targeting Low-Income Households
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Challenges with PURPA Prices
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
Stakeholder Comments
- Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
- Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.
Concusion
The documents collectively underscore the potential savings and advantages of deploying NVBT for renewable energy programs in California. Stakeholders urge the Commission to modify or reject the Proposed Decision based on these findings, highlighting the need for a program that benefits all ratepayers, promotes energy efficiency, and ensures participation from low-income households.
Streamline approval process for upgrading transmission facilities by allowing advanced reconductoring projects without construction permits, reducing costs and improving efficiency
Renewable Energy Programs Update
The recent documents related to A22-05-022 provide a comprehensive update on the state of renewable energy programs in California, focusing on the Net Value Billing Tariff (NVBT) and community solar projects. Here's a breakdown of the key points and positions from various stakeholders:
Overview of Renewable Energy Programs
- The NVBT and community solar projects are at the forefront, with discussions on their potential to expand renewable energy access.
- Criticisms target the Avoided Cost Calculator (ACC) for not fully recognizing the benefits of NVBT and potentially undermining renewable energy efforts.
Comments on Proposed Decision
- The Coalition for Community Solar Access expresses concerns about the proposed decision not aligning with Assembly Bill 2316 and the potential cost shifts to nonparticipating customers.
- Solar Landscape Origination LLC criticizes Pacific Gas and Electric Company's green tariff programs, suggesting modifications to better serve low-income households and increase the capacity of the Disadvantaged Communities Green Tariff Program (DAC-GT).
FERC Orders and Cases
Discussions include FERC orders related to electric storage and distributed energy resources, emphasizing that community solar facilities and utilities do not engage in wholesale sales.
Treatment of Credits
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
Solar for All Program and National Community Solar Partnership
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
Potential Modifications to the NVBT
Suggestions include implementing a net surplus compensation framework and applying it to all surplus energy at the end of the NVBT facility’s Relevant Period.
Recommendations for the NVBT Program
The NVBT program is praised for its flexibility and contribution to peak load reductions, with a call for the Commission to confirm NVBT resources as load modifiers.
Use of Funding Sources
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Targeting Low-Income Households
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Challenges with PURPA Prices
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
Stakeholder Comments
- Valta Energy and The Clean Coalition support the NVBT for its potential to democratize access to solar energy and promote equitable distribution of economic benefits.
- Concerns are raised about the commercial viability of the Community Renewable Energy Program (CREP) and the adequacy of compensation under PURPA’s framework.
Concusion
The documents collectively underscore the potential savings and advantages of deploying NVBT for renewable energy programs in California. Stakeholders urge the Commission to modify or reject the Proposed Decision based on these findings, highlighting the need for a program that benefits all ratepayers, promotes energy efficiency, and ensures participation from low-income households.
Order Instituting Rulemaking to Continue Implementation and Administration, and Consider Further Development, of California Renewables Portfolio Standard Program.
Last Week's New Ruling +1
Extension Granted
The California Public Utilities Commission has granted retail sellers an extension until July 8, 2025, to submit their 2025 Renewables Portfolio Standard (RPS) Procurement Plans excel templates via the RPS database.
Submission Requirements
This extension follows the April 17, 2025, ruling that requires all other RPS materials to be submitted by June 30, 2025. Retail sellers must still adhere to the submission guidelines outlined in the 2025 Assigned...
Commissioner Ruling, which include:
- Filing documents in the Commission docket
- Serving documents via email
- Submitting confidential documents through secure FTP
Database Status
Due to maintenance, the RPS database has been down since June 25, 2025, but templates can be downloaded from the CPUC website.
Contact Information
For database inquiries, sellers can contact Hector Corral or Mike Baltar.
Exempt Non-Hazardous Solar Photovoltaic Modules from Hazardous Waste Regulations for Designated Recycling Purposes
- In committee: Hearing postponed by the committee.
Enhance Transparency and Accountability in Utility Rate Cases by Requiring Detailed Financial Reporting from Electrical and Gas Corporations
- In committee: Hearing postponed by the committee.
Enhance Energy Commission Salaries, Extend Funding Programs, and Revise Certification Fees for Renewable Energy Projects and Emission Standards
- From committee with author's amendments. Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to the Committee on Budget.
- Withdrawn from committee in accordance with Assembly Rule 96.
- Ordered to the third reading.
- Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Senate.
- Assembly amendments concurred in on [date], result: passed (Ayes 29, Noes 9). Ordered to engrossing and enrolling.
- Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m.
- Assembly Rule Sixty-Three suspended.
- In the Senate. Concurrence in Assembly amendments is pending.
- Approved by the Governor.
- Chaptered by the Secretary of State. Chapter 15, Statutes of 2025.
Designate Solar Energy as California's Official State Energy and Establish Related Findings and Declarations.
- In committee: Set for the first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of the author.
Enhance Load Modification Protocols and Resource Adequacy for Electrical Demand Forecasting by the State Energy Commission.
- In committee: Hearing postponed by the committee.
Strengthening State Control Over Residential Building Standards: Emergency Modifications and Model Code Updates (2025-2031)
- From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to committee. Read second time, amended, and re-referred to Committee on Housing.
Establish Senior Counselor for Clean Energy Development and Equitable Supply Chains in California's Energy Policy Framework
- From committee with author's amendments. Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to Committee on Utilities and Energy.
Approve 2025-26 State Budget Appropriations and Enact Related Statutory Changes with Immediate Effect.
- Approved by the Governor.
- Chaptered by the Secretary of State. Chapter 4, Statutes of 2025.
Extend Property Tax Exclusion for Active Solar Energy Systems Indefinitely and Modify Local Agency Reimbursement Requirements
- From committee with author's amendments. Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to the Committee on Revenue and Taxation.
Enhance Load Shifting Strategies and Resource Utilization for California's Energy Infrastructure and Retail Suppliers.
- From committee with author's amendments. Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to Committee on Utilities and Energy.
Enhance Energy Data Access and Benchmarking Standards for Covered Buildings Through Approved Systems and Tools.
- From committee with author's amendments. Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to Committee on Utilities and Energy.
Amend and Update Appropriations for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year Budget Act with Immediate Effect.
- From committee with author's amendments. Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to the Committee on Budget.
Prohibit Utility Ratepayer Funding for Political Activities and Enhance Transparency in Utility Expense Reporting
- June 25, 2023, passed as amended, (Ayes 11, Noes 1), re-referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
- Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to the Committee on Appropriations.
Amend and Update Appropriations for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year Budget Act with Immediate Effect.
- From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to committee. Read second time, amended, and re-referred to Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review.
- June 25, 2023, present, passed (Ayes 13, Noes 4).
- Read a second time. Ordered to a third reading.
- In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments is pending.
- On the date of the vote, Assembly Rule 63 was suspended with a result of Ayes 54 and Noes 19.
- Approved by the Governor.
- Chaptered by the Secretary of State - Chapter 5, Statutes of 2025.
- Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3:15 PM.
- Third reading, result: Passed, vote counts: Ayes 29, Noes 8, upcoming next action: Ordered to the Assembly.
- Senate amendments concurred in, result: passed (Ayes 59, Noes 17), upcoming next action: to Engrossing and Enrolling.
Amend Appropriations in Budget Acts 2022-2024 and Enact Changes for Budget Act 2025 Implementation.
- From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to committee. Read second time, amended, and re-referred to Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review.
- June 25, 2023, passed, (Ayes 13, Noes 0).
- Read a second time. Ordered to a third reading.
Amend Appropriations in Budget Acts 2022-2024 and Enact Changes for Budget Act 2025 Implementation.
- From committee with author's amendments. Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to the Committee on Budget.
- Withdrawn from committee in accordance with Assembly Rule 96.
- Ordered to third reading.
- Assembly Rule Sixty-Three suspended.
- Read third time. Passed. Ordered to the Senate.
- In the Senate, concurrence in Assembly amendments is pending.
- Assembly amendments concurred in on [date], result: passed (Ayes 29, Noes 3). Ordered to engrossing and enrolling.
- Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 3 p.m.
- Approved by the Governor.
- Chaptered by the Secretary of State. Chapter 6, Statutes of 2025.
Enhance Energy Commission Funding, Salary Increases, and Support for Zero-Emission Initiatives and Infrastructure Development
- From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to committee. Read second time, amended, and re-referred to Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review.
- June 25, 2023, passed, (Ayes 13, Noes 4).
- Read a second time. Ordered to a third reading.
Enhance Fire Safety Standards for Lithium-Based Energy Storage Systems in California Building Code Compliance.
- June 25, passed as amended, (Ayes 18, Noes 0), re-referred to the Committee on Local Government.
- Read a second time and amended. Re-referred to the Committee on Local Government.
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