State Water Project: renewable energy resources and zero-carbon resources.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill modifies how the California State Water Project, often called the State Water Resources Development System, procures electricity. It directs the Department of Water Resources to prioritize renewable energy and zero-carbon resources in its energy purchases, aiming for 100% of electricity to come from these sources by 2045. The bill also allows for flexibility in meeting these goals, including applying excess procurement from one year to another and considering factors like portfolio diversity and resource location.
Key provisions
- Prioritizes renewable energy and zero-carbon resources for the State Water Project.
- Sets targets for electricity sourcing: 90% by 2035, 95% by 2040, and 100% by 2045.
- Allows for the deferral of fossil fuel procurement if early termination would cause significant costs.
- Requires consideration of portfolio diversity, location, and peak operation during procurement.
- Permits the application of excess procurement from one year to another.
- Mandates that procured resources be used first to meet the department’s own electricity needs.
- Requires resources to be located in California or have interconnection to a California balancing authority.
- Addresses gender-neutral language in relevant legislation.
Who is affected
- California Department of Water Resources
- State Water Resources Development System (State Water Project)
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