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The Value Of Solar Tariff: Net Metering 2.0, Karl R. Rábago
The Value Of Solar Tariff: Net Metering 2.0, Karl R. Rábago
Elisabeth Haub School of Law Faculty Publications
Increasing numbers of customers are installing solar photovoltaic systems on their homes and businesses. As module and system costs decline, customer demand grows, and more businesses organize around the solar opportunity, it is time to revisit the tariff structure under which these systems integrate with and operate on the electric grid. This article details a novel approach to a distributed solar tariff, called the “Value of Solar” tariff (“VOST”), that addresses important utility and customer issues, and offers some significant improvements over traditional net metering approaches. There is a saying in the venture capital world to the effect that, “It …
The ‘Value Of Solar’ Rate: Designing An Improved Residential Solar Tariff, Karl R. Rábago
The ‘Value Of Solar’ Rate: Designing An Improved Residential Solar Tariff, Karl R. Rábago
Elisabeth Haub School of Law Faculty Publications
The most commonly adopted rate treatment for residential solar systems connected to the grid is net metering, or, as it is also known, net energy metering. The first net metering tariff was adopted in 1983, and the approach is part of utility policy in over 40 states in the U.S.
Solar Energy: New York City Sets Pace In Adopting Sound Policies, John R. Nolon, Jessica A. Bacher
Solar Energy: New York City Sets Pace In Adopting Sound Policies, John R. Nolon, Jessica A. Bacher
Elisabeth Haub School of Law Faculty Publications
Through state legislation and local land use powers, municipalities in New York have authority to facilitate solar energy usage and reduce carbon emissions. This article analyzes several specific New York and municipal legislative provisions enabling New York’s municipalities to encourage or discourage solar energy. Interestingly, many of the tools discussed in this article are variations of pre-existing traditional land use tools such as, variances, subdivision design requirements, or fee exemptions.