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HI HB1393
Bill
Status
3/10/2015
Primary Sponsor
Ty Cullen
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of eligible renewable energy systems for net energy metering from specific technologies (solar, wind turbine, biomass, hydroelectric) to a broader category called "renewable energy generation and distribution device."
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Allows any renewable energy technology approved by the Public Utilities Commission to qualify for net energy metering eligibility, not just the originally listed four types.
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Replaces all references to "solar, wind turbine, biomass, or hydroelectric energy generating facility, or a hybrid system" with the new term "renewable energy generation and distribution device" throughout Hawaii Revised Statutes Section 269-101 and 269-111.
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Maintains all existing requirements for eligible customer-generators, including that systems must be located on customer premises, operated in parallel with utility facilities, and intended to offset the customer's own electrical needs.
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Takes effect on July 1, 2030.
Legislative Description
Renewable Energy Generation and Distribution Device; Definition; Net Energy Metering Eligibility
Last Action
Referred to ENE, CPN.
3/12/2015