Connecticut House Bill HB06629

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/29/19
• Refer: 1/29/19

Caption

An Act Postponing The Implementation Of New Net Electric Metering Programs And Creating A Working Group To Provide Recommendations On The Value Of Solar.

Impact

By postponing the implementation of new net electric metering programs, HB 06629 could have significant implications for both consumers and solar energy providers. Currently, net metering allows individuals with solar power systems to offset their electric bills through credits for surplus power returned to the grid. Delaying new programs might limit opportunities for increased solar adoption and hinder potential energy savings for residents considering solar investments.

Summary

House Bill 06629 aims to postpone the implementation of new net electric metering programs in the state. The bill proposes that the current laws surrounding net metering be amended to extend the existing programs while also establishing a working group. This group's mandate would be to evaluate and provide recommendations concerning the value of solar energy before the existing metering programs expire. This move reflects an ongoing debate on how solar energy initiatives should be structured and regulated going forward in the state's energy landscape.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding the bill include concerns from renewable energy advocates about the impact on solar development. They fear that postponement may slow down growth in the solar sector, affecting jobs and innovation in green technologies. Proponents argue that thorough evaluation of the current metering systems is necessary to ensure that the programs are efficient and effective. The establishment of the working group is seen as a positive step toward ensuring informed and evidence-based decisions regarding future energy programs.