Michigan 2023-2024 Regular Session

Michigan Senate Bill SB0362

Introduced

5/25/23

Refer

5/25/23

Caption

Energy: alternative sources; distributed generation program; eliminate modified net metering and cap on system capacity, increase cap on peak load, and provide for fair value tariffs and standard-offer contracts. Amends secs. 5, 7, 9, 13, 173, 175, 177 & 179 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1005 et seq.) & repeals sec. 183 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1183).

Impact

If enacted, SB0362 could significantly impact how distributed generation systems are integrated into Michigan's energy landscape. By establishing a fair value tariff, the bill seeks to ensure that customers who generate their own electricity receive credits that reflect not only the energy generated but also other economic benefits associated with their contributions. The proposed changes could facilitate a more robust market for renewable energy and alter the financial dynamics for electric utility providers in the state.

Summary

Senate Bill 362, known as the amendment to the Clean and Renewable Energy and Energy Waste Reduction Act, focuses on enhancing the framework for distributed generation in Michigan. The bill proposes to eliminate the modified net metering system and impose a new fair value tariff for customers generating their own electricity. This initiative aims to provide equitable compensation to distributed generator users for the electricity they contribute to the grid, thereby promoting renewable energy use.

Contention

However, the bill has also raised points of contention among stakeholders. Critics argue that the proposed changes may place additional financial burdens on electric utilities and could lead to higher costs for non-participating customers. Furthermore, some advocates believe that while the fair value tariff is a step forward, it doesn't go far enough in addressing potential barriers to more widespread adoption of renewable energy technologies. There are concerns that the limitations on certain capacities for net metering may stifle innovation in smaller renewable energy projects, thereby hindering the overall growth of the renewable sector in Michigan.

Latest SB0362 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MI HB4228

Energy: alternative sources; distributed generation; eliminate caps. Amends sec. 173 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1173).

MI SB0271

Energy: alternative sources; energy storage, clean energy, and increased renewable energy; set targets for. Amends title, heading of subpt. A of pt. 2, secs. 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 22, 28, 29, 39, 45, 47, 49, 173, 177 & 191 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1001 et seq.) & adds secs. 32, 51, 53, 101 & 103.

MI SB0322

Energy: alternative sources; energy waste reduction and electrification standards, renewable energy goals, and MPSC certification preempting local zoning; reverse changes made by 2023 public acts 229, 235, and 233, respectively. Amends title & heading subpt. A of pt. 2 & secs. 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 22, 28, 29, 39 45, 47, 49, 71, 73, 75, 77, 78, 91, 93, 173, 177 & 191 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1001 et seq.); repeals secs. 32, 51, 53, 72, 80, 80a, 101 & 103 & pt. 8 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1032 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0323'25

MI SB0273

Energy: alternative sources; participation in the energy waste reduction program by municipally owned utilities and co-ops; require, and set specific targets for all electric providers. Amends secs. 71, 73, 75, 77, 78, 91 & 93 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1071 et seq.); adds secs. 72, 80 & 80a & repeals sec. 6x of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.6x).

MI HB4759

Energy: alternative sources; renewable energy standard; increase, and establish a carbon-free energy standard. Amends title & heading to subpt. A, art 2 & secs. 1, 3, 7, 9, 11, 22, 28, 29, 45, 47 & 49 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1001 et seq.) & adds secs. 32, 34, 50, 51, 52 & 53.

MI HB4839

Energy: alternative sources; distributed generation, storage, and aggregation; create program for in rate cases. Amends 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1001 - 460.1211) by adding pt. 8.

MI SB0153

Energy: alternative sources; community solar facilities; provide for establishment of. Amends sec. 5 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1005) & adds pt. 8. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0152'23

MI HB4283

Energy: alternative sources; electricity generated from RICE generators; authorize use of to meet renewable and clean energy standards. Amends secs. 28, 29 & 32 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1028 et seq.) & adds sec. 34.

MI HB5857

Energy: alternative sources; zoning exemptions for large-scale solar, wind, and energy storage facilities; eliminate. Amends title & sec. 13 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1013) & repeals pt. 8 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1221 - 460.1232).

MI HB5855

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