Bill > H4503

This bill aims to promote clean energy generation in Massachusetts. Key provisions of the bill include: 1. Establishing a program to incentivize the construction and operation of solar power generating canopies over large parking lots to increase renewable energy generation and provide shade/weather protection. 2. Requiring electric distribution and transmission companies to prepare and file climate vulnerability and resilience plans every 5 years to assess climate risks and adapt infrastructure. 3. Expanding the definition of "qualified RPS resource" to include renewable energy sources coupled with energy storage systems. 4. Requiring the Department of Energy Resources to issue procurements totaling 4,500 MW of energy storage systems, including mid-duration, long-duration, and multi-day storage. 5. Streamlining the permitting and inspection process for solar PV, building-integrated PV, energy storage, and combined solar-storage systems. 6. Defining "fusion energy" as an eligible renewable energy source under the state's Renewable Portfolio Standard. 7. Establishing requirements and incentives for distribution companies to utilize grid-enhancing technologies like dynamic line rating and advanced power flow control. 8. Promoting equity and accessibility for low-income customers in the state's solar incentive programs.

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Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy (J)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4503