SB 220
Relating to jurisdiction of PSC
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Bill overview
This bill modifies West Virginia’s Public Service Commission (PSC) jurisdiction, primarily by redefining a ‘solar photovoltaic energy facility’ as an ‘on-site energy facility.’ It introduces significant restrictions on power purchase agreements (PPAs) involving on-site solar generation, particularly for public entities, including requirements for font size, aggregate limits, customer generator limits, notification procedures, and minimum cost guarantees compared to traditional utility rates. The bill also clarifies the PSC’s limited jurisdiction over municipal power systems and establishes rules for out-of-state utilities operating in West Virginia.
Key provisions
- Redefines ‘solar photovoltaic energy facility’ as ‘on-site energy facility.’
- Sets limits on the total amount of PPAs for utilities based on customer peak demand (maximum 3%).
- Establishes customer-specific generator limits for on-site solar installations (50kW for residential, 1,000kW for commercial, 2,000kW for industrial).
- Requires PPAs with public entities to guarantee a lower cost per kilowatt-hour than the public utility.
- Limits PPA durations to a maximum of five years with potential for renewal.
- Requires notification to the utility of intent to enter into a PPA.
- Restricts PSC jurisdiction over rates for on-site solar PPAs.
- Limits the PSC’s jurisdiction over municipal power systems.
Who is affected
- Public Service Commission (PSC)
- Electric Utilities
- Retail Electric Customers
- Public Entities
- Natural Gas Producers
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