Bill > HB2537

This bill modifies Missouri's Net Metering and Easy Connection Act to update provisions governing how individuals and organizations with small-scale renewable energy generation systems (like solar panels) can connect to and receive credit from electric utility systems. The bill expands the definition of a "customer-generator" and clarifies net metering as a billing option that measures electricity supplied by a utility and electricity generated and fed back to the utility. It requires retail electric suppliers to offer net metering under two potential rate structures: either identical to standard customer rates or with rates designed to recover the utility's fixed costs. The bill establishes that net metering systems up to 100 kilowatts can be connected to the grid on a first-come, first-served basis until the total capacity reaches 5% of a utility's peak load. It also provides detailed requirements for system interconnection, safety standards, and metering, including provisions for crediting excess electricity generation at the utility's avoided fuel cost. Additionally, the bill introduces new consumer protection measures, requiring sellers of renewable energy generation units to provide detailed proposals, perform energy efficiency audits, and disclose warranties and installation details. The legislation aims to make renewable energy generation more accessible and transparent for customers while protecting the interests of both customers and electric utilities.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2537&year=2026&code=R