Electric utilities; generation of electricity from renewable and zero carbon sources.

Updated deadlines for coal combustion residuals (CCR) unit closures and reporting requirements for specific facilities in Giles and Russell Counties, shifting start dates from 2019/2020 to 2023.

Adjusted the annual revenue cap for recovering CCR closure costs in Giles and Russell Counties from $225 million to $40 million.

Added a new requirement that at least 25% of certain Phase II utility solar projects must be located on or adjacent to public elementary or secondary schools if low-income qualifying projects are unavailable.

Revised the definition of 'Total electric energy' to exclude zero-carbon facilities placed into service after July 1, 2030, from RPS calculations.

Added provisions requiring utilities to demonstrate competitive procurement for new solar facilities seeking enhanced rate of return incentives.

Corrected formatting and section numbering inconsistencies between the House Substitute and the final Enrolled version, particularly in the shared solar program sections.

Added new sections requiring the closure of specific coal combustion residuals units at four major power stations, mandating the removal of ash, beneficial reuse of at least 6.8 million cubic yards, and strict timelines for completion.

Added new sections requiring the closure of coal combustion residuals units in Giles and Russell Counties with specific removal and beneficial reuse requirements.

Modified utility rate regulations to introduce an enhanced rate of return for new clean energy facilities, require the use of the social cost of carbon in rate cases, and establish a customer credit reinvestment offset to prevent excessive rate hikes when utilities invest in solar and wind.

Added new shared solar programs for Phase II utilities allowing customers to subscribe to community solar projects with bill credits, minimum bills, and specific requirements for low-income participation.

Added new shared solar programs for Phase I utilities with similar features but different capacity limits and implementation timelines compared to Phase II utilities.

Modified the Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) schedule for Phase II utilities, adjusting the percentage requirements for various years and removing the specific mandate for projects on or adjacent to public schools.

Added new definitions for terms such as 'Accelerated renewable energy buyer,' 'Shared solar facility,' and 'Subscriber organization' to support the new programs.

Modified the revenue allocation for RPS deficiency payments to include specific percentages directed toward job training, energy efficiency, and renewable energy programs in historically economically disadvantaged communities.