With costs a top concern, future of CT solar programs falls to lawmakers
Connecticut lawmakers are racing to reauthorize the state's residential and commercial solar programs, set to expire at the end of next year, with a bill that aims to balance the industry's growth with cost concerns. The legislation, House Bill 5340, would extend existing solar programs and related initiatives, but its details are still being negotiated.
Connecticut lawmakers must reauthorize the state's residential and commercial solar programs by the end of next year or they will expire. House Bill 5340 would extend these programs, as well as community solar and battery storage initiatives. The bill's primary author, state Rep. Jonathan Steinberg, is working to finalize the legislation before the legislature adjourns on May 6. Solar advocates are concerned that new rules could limit the industry's growth, which has already been impacted by the loss of federal tax credits. The state's current solar strategy includes programs managed by Eversource and United Illuminating, with costs passed along to customers through the public benefits charge. The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission recommended changes to the existing solar programs, including a reduction in compensation rates, to contain costs.
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