NH HB1718

Allows energy storage systems to be added to renewable generation facilities (up to 1 megawatt) without affecting the facility's eligibility for net metering, provided the storage is charged solely from the renewable source

Transfers rulemaking authority for customer energy storage system installation and interconnection from the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to the Department of Energy

Authorizes the PUC to determine compensation terms and conditions for customer-generators who export energy from storage systems charged solely by renewable sources

Estimated to require one additional staff position at the PUC, costing approximately $127,000 in FY 2027, $133,000 in FY 2028, and $140,000 in FY 2029, funded through utility assessments

Takes effect 60 days after passage