Distributed energy resource aggregator standards established, fees authorized, and money appropriated.

This bill establishes rules for distributed energy resource aggregators in Minnesota, which are companies that group together smaller energy sources like solar panels or batteries to sell power in wholesale markets. It gives the state energy commission the authority to oversee these aggregators to ensure grid safety and prevent customers from paying twice for the same energy service. The law requires utilities to create specific agreements with these aggregators regarding data sharing and billing, while also allowing the commission to charge fees to cover the costs of administering these new regulations.