Electricity: integrated resource plans: Department of Water Resources: procurement.
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Overview
This bill modifies the Public Utilities Code to expand the California Department of Water Resources’ ability to procure eligible energy resources for load-serving entities. Specifically, it removes a previous requirement that pump hydroelectric facilities receive state appropriations before being considered for procurement and allows for the procurement of facilities exempt from Federal Energy Regulatory Commission licensing. The bill also updates the requirements for integrated resource plans, including considerations for greenhouse gas emissions, renewable energy targets, and grid reliability, and clarifies the process for determining the need for additional procurement.
Key provisions
- Removes the requirement for state appropriations for pump hydroelectric facilities to be procured by the Department of Water Resources.
- Allows for the procurement of pump hydroelectric facilities exempt from Federal Energy Regulatory Commission licensing.
- Updates integrated resource plan requirements, including targets for renewable energy and greenhouse gas emissions.
- Authorizes the Department of Water Resources to conduct competitive solicitations for eligible energy resources.
- Establishes a timeline for the Department of Water Resources to procure eligible energy resources (before January 1, 2035).
- Requires the commission to assess the need for procurement based on load-serving entity plans.
- Specifies criteria for eligible energy resources, including a minimum construction lead time and the exclusion of fossil fuel-based resources.
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