Bill > AB1408

This bill requires the California Independent System Operator (ISO) and electrical utilities to integrate and evaluate "surplus interconnection service" opportunities in their long-term planning processes. Surplus interconnection service refers to unused interconnection capacity in existing generator agreements, which can be repurposed without changing the total interconnection capacity. The bill mandates that electrical corporations and local publicly owned electric utilities with annual electrical demand over 700 gigawatthours must evaluate and consider surplus interconnection service options when developing their integrated resource plans. Specifically, utilities will be required to use available grid infrastructure through surplus interconnection service, such as adding renewable energy resources or battery storage near existing fossil fuel plants, to maximize available interconnection capacity. The goal is to enhance grid efficiency, transparency, and support the adoption of renewable energy resources by making better use of existing grid infrastructure. The bill also aims to maximize federal tax credits for renewable energy projects and ensure grid reliability. Additionally, the legislation imposes new reporting and planning requirements on utilities while creating a state-mandated local program, though it specifies that no reimbursement will be required for implementing these new requirements.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

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