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CT HB06940

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2015

Primary Sponsor

Energy and Technology Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes a three-year pilot program administered by the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection to support development of shared clean energy facilities (renewable energy sources with 3 megawatts or less capacity serving at least two subscribers).

  • Requires the department to issue a request for proposals by January 1, 2016, and select two recipients for the pilot program, with one facility located in a municipality with population of 100,000 or more and the other in a municipality with less than 100,000 residents.

  • Directs the department to establish billing credits for subscribers and consumer protections including disclosure requirements when selling or reselling subscriptions.

  • Requires each pilot program recipient to submit annual reports for three years detailing the status of their shared clean energy facility.

  • Mandates the department file a comprehensive report by January 1, 2019, analyzing the pilot program's success, examining similar programs in other states, and recommending whether to establish a permanent program with any necessary legislation.

Legislative Description

An Act Establishing A Shared Clean Energy Facility Pilot Program.

Last Action

Public Hearing 03/17

3/13/2015

Committee Referrals

Energy and Technology2/27/2015

Full Bill Text

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