An Act amending Title 66 (Public Utilities) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in restructuring of electric utility industry, providing for virtual power plant program.
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Overview
This bill establishes a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) program in Pennsylvania, requiring electric distribution companies to develop and implement programs by July 1, 2027. The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) will oversee the program, reviewing proposals from distribution companies and ensuring it harnesses distributed energy resources to reduce peak load and provide grid services. The program will involve enrollment of customers through aggregators or the distribution companies, with compensation for grid services provided, and aims to promote efficient grid operation and incorporate existing demand response programs.
Key provisions
- Electric distribution companies must develop and submit VPP proposals to the PUC by July 1, 2027.
- The PUC will review and approve or disapprove proposals, with a process for revisions and further review.
- Programs must utilize distributed energy resources to reduce peak load and provide grid services.
- Participants can enroll through aggregators or distribution companies.
- Compensation will be provided for grid services, including local and system peak demand response.
- Operational parameters for grid services, such as time windows and durations, will be established.
- Enhanced upfront payments will be offered to low-income and historically disadvantaged customers.
- A performance-based incentive system will be implemented to encourage program participation and grid service provision.
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Primary sponsor
Nathan Davidson
Cosponsors
Danielle Friel Otten
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