What Does the CPUC’s NEM 3.0 Proposal Mean for the Solar Industry; and What Can We Do to Stop It?
On December 13, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) announced its proposed NEM 3.0 policy proposal, which would impose the highest state solar tax in the U.S. and create a major setback to California’s clean energy efforts. If NEM 3.0 passes, it will reduce bill credits for California solar adopters, add monthly fees for residential grid access, and take away …
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How Businesses Can Make the Most of the NEM 3.0 Transition
A policy called NEM 3.0 is bringing changes to solar energy rates and businesses have the opportunity to save now. This policy is expected to reduce how much solar system owners are credited for electricity production. So, how can your business make the most of this situation? The short answer is to apply for a new or expanded solar energy …
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Changes to Net Metering Will Negatively Affect the Solar Industry
Net Metering – What is it? NEM stands for Net Energy Metering. To put it simply, when your commercial solar system generates more electricity than you need at that time, NEM gives you a credit for the electricity you did not use. Your credits go towards your electricity usage when the solar panels are not generating free electricity. It is …
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