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DE SJR3

Joint Resolution

Status

Passed

2/28/2024

Primary Sponsor

Stephanie Hansen

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Origin

Senate

152nd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Requires all Delaware electric utilities offering net metering to solar customers to participate in a cost-benefit study and analysis conducted by the Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility (DESEU)

  • Directs DESEU to develop and execute a Request for Information followed by a Request for Proposals to fund and perform the study examining net metering across all state electric utilities

  • Study will address concerns about cost shifting from solar customers to non-solar customers, as net metering credits often include services beyond just energy costs

  • DESEU must collaborate with electric utilities, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Division of the Public Advocate, and other stakeholders in developing the study framework

  • Final report on findings must be submitted to the Governor and General Assembly by December 31, 2024

Legislative Description

Directing All Electric Utilities In Delaware That Offer Net Metering To Solar Customers To Participate In A Cost-benefit Study And Analysis Of Net Metering, Including Cost Burdens And Cost Shifting, To Be Undertaken By The Delaware Sustainable Energy Utility.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

2/28/2024

Committee Referrals

Natural Resources & Energy1/18/2024
Environment, Energy & Transportation11/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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