Requires BPU to study and implement methods to allow additional distributed energy sources to interconnect to electrical grid.
This bill requires New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to study and develop rules that would enable more rooftop solar, small wind, and other distributed energy sources to connect to the electrical grid. The study must evaluate specific solutions, including allowing electricity to flow between local and main grid systems, requiring solar inverters and energy storage to help maintain grid stability, and enabling solar systems to adjust output based on weather forecasts. Within one year, the BPU must submit a report with recommendations to the Governor and Legislature, then adopt rules through a pilot program before potential statewide implementation. The bill focuses on creating a process for expanding grid access for clean energy sources without mandating immediate changes.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 9, 2024
Last action Jan 9, 2024
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Introduced
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Environment and Energy Committee
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2 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Bob Smith
DDemocratic
P
John McKeon
DDemocratic
Co
Linda Greenstein
DDemocratic
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