Bill > S08512

This bill, known as the "Solar Up Now NY Act," defines a "portable solar generation device" as a photovoltaic system designed to plug into a building's electrical system through a standard outlet, with a limited output of 1,200 watts, certified by a recognized laboratory, and equipped with safety features to prevent energizing the grid during outages. It exempts these devices from the usual interconnection or net metering requirements, meaning any excess energy sent to the utility grid will not be compensated unless the owner voluntarily opts into an agreement, and electric corporations cannot charge fees or require additional equipment for their use. Furthermore, the bill mandates that the state's building code be updated to allow these portable solar devices to be connected to a building's wiring via an electrical outlet, while also requiring owners to notify their electric utility within 30 days of installation using a simple form provided by the utility.