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:
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.
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
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.
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.
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
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.
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:
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.
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
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.
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.
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
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.
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:
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.
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
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.
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.
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
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.
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:
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.
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
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.
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.
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
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.
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:
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.
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
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.
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.
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
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.
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:
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.
The treatment of credits from net metering and community solar is debated, with a focus on retail rate design under state jurisdiction.
The document highlights the importance of targeting low-income households and recommends utilizing various funding sources for renewable energy projects.
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.
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.
Recommendations include utilizing state and federal funding sources like AB 102 and the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund for renewable energy projects.
Emphasizes the importance of automatic enrollment and flat monetary credits on bills for existing program participants.
Discusses the challenges with PURPA prices in attracting developers to community solar projects and suggests using additional funds to incentivize participation.
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.
Last Week's New Decision +1
Agenda Decision
Overview
Between 2029 and 2032, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) mandates that Load Serving Entities (LSEs) procure 6,000 MW of new net qualifying capacity (NQC). This includes a requirement of 2,000 MW to be procured by June 1 of each year from 2030 to 2032. By 2032, at least 25% of this capacity must be sourced from clean firm resources or long-duration energy storage, highlighting California’s commitment to reliability and...
decarbonization.
Eligibility and Compliance
These requirements build on prior CPUC decisions (D.21-06-035 and D.23-02-040), allowing LSEs to count excess procurement from earlier orders if contracts are at least ten years. Strict eligibility rules apply:
Compliance is determined using marginal Effective Load Carrying Capability (ELCC) studies, with updated values for 2030 and 2031 due by July 2026, and for 2032 by December 2027. LSEs may use up to three years of compliance flexibility if contracts are executed, but they face financial penalties for non-compliance.
Procurement Allocations
Procurement allocations are based on each LSE’s share of the 2026 managed peak load, and all resources must be online by the specified deadlines. The CPUC requires biannual compliance filings through 2032 and maintains confidentiality over individual allocations. A backstop procurement mechanism remains in place to ensure reliability if LSEs fall short.
Transmission Planning
The CPUC is also forwarding a reliability-driven base case and a sensitivity portfolio to the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) for the 2026-2027 Transmission Planning Process. The base case aligns with a 25 million metric ton GHG target for 2035 and includes updated resource timelines. The sensitivity portfolio tests a low-wind scenario to assess additional transmission needs.
Stakeholder Input and Approach
This order reflects stakeholder input and adopts a phased, technology-agnostic approach, emphasizing resource diversity, flexibility, and zero-emission priorities. It integrates procurement targets with broader transmission and resource planning to advance California’s reliability and climate goals.
Last Week's New Ruling +1
Ruling Date
On February 24, 2026, the California Public Utilities Commission issued a ruling on the Resource Adequacy Program.
Context
This ruling addresses the Energy Division’s Transactability Report and follows a prior adjustment to the Track 1 schedule due to delays in the report's issuance.
Key Upcoming Dates
Additional Information
The...
ruling maintains all other Track 1 deadlines, allowing stakeholders to review and comment on the Energy Division’s Report. The Revised Report is included as Appendix A.
