Bill > AB1191

This bill revises the California Renewables Portfolio Standard Program by expanding the definition of eligible renewable energy resources to include all hydroelectric generating facilities, removing previous restrictions on small hydroelectric generation facilities. Currently, only small hydroelectric facilities of 30 megawatts or less with specific historical procurement conditions were considered eligible renewable energy resources. The bill eliminates the previous complex rules about hydroelectric facility eligibility, such as requirements related to operational dates, capacity limits, and instream beneficial uses. It repeals sections of existing law that detailed nuanced provisions about hydroelectric generation facilities, effectively simplifying the criteria for including hydroelectric generation in renewable energy portfolios. The changes aim to broaden the range of hydroelectric facilities that can contribute to California's renewable energy goals, potentially increasing the total renewable energy capacity available to local publicly owned electric utilities and retail sellers. The bill maintains other existing requirements for renewable energy resources, such as certification processes and tracking mechanisms, while removing specific hydroelectric-related restrictions.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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