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This bill establishes a community solar energy generating systems pilot program that allows shared clean energy subscriber organizations to build, own, and operate solar photovoltaic systems connected to multiple electric meters. The program, set to begin on October 1, 2025, will enable any electric customer to subscribe to a community solar system and receive bill credits for the electricity generated. Key provisions include allowing all customer rate classes to participate, limiting individual subscriber participation to no more than 60% of a system's capacity, and capping the total program capacity at 600 megawatts. The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority will develop regulations for consumer protections, billing credits, and grid interconnection. Additionally, the Connecticut Green Bank will establish a program to help subscriber organizations sell any unsubscribed or excess energy credits. A working group will be formed to study the pilot program's value, costs, and potential for becoming a permanent initiative, with a comprehensive report due by January 1, 2028. The bill aims to promote renewable energy access, support distributed generation, and potentially reduce energy costs for participants, with a particular focus on increasing participation by low and moderate-income customers.

Transportation and Infrastructure

Energy and Technology Committee (J)

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