California slashes incentives for new rooftop solar, promotes batteries to shift grid costs

by | Dec 21, 2022 | Energy

After more than a year, the CPUC finally approved new Net Energy Metering (“NEM”) rules.  The new rules — known as NEM 3.0 — include $900 million in upfront incentives for customers to pair solar with battery storage systems, with $630 million set aside for low-income customers. The CPUC estimates the new rules will save average residential customers with solar-plus-storage at least $136 a month on their utility bills.  Please read Rob Nikolewski’s story in the San Diego Union Tribune for details:  https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/business/story/2022-12-15/california-public-utilities-commission-rooftop-solar

And also see the following stories for more background:  https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/15/california-lowers-solar-energy-incentives-for-homeowners.html & https://timesofsandiego.com/business/2022/12/15/california-regulators-ok-controversial-change-to-rooftop-solar-rules/.

 

Jason Zeller has over thirty years of professional experience in public utility regulation, including experience in all of the industries regulated by the CPUC. Previously he served as an Assistant General Counsel at the Commission for twelve years and was a staff counsel for six years. Jason is a graduate of Claremont McKenna College and New York Law School. He also holds a Master’s in Urban Affairs and Policy Analysis from The New School. He is an active member of the California State Bar Association.