A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled “Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act,” by amending the title and section 13 (MCL 460.1013), as amended by 2023 PA 235; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.
The bill aims to enhance the framework for renewable energy and energy waste reduction programs by mandating that certain electric service providers establish and recover costs for these initiatives. Additionally, it requires providers of electric or natural gas services to implement and finance energy waste reduction programs. The legislation ensures that the costs and savings from these programs are factored into rate determinations and authorizes the use of specific energy systems to meet program requirements. It also provides for the approval of energy waste reduction service companies and seeks to reduce energy waste by state agencies and the public.
The bill introduces the creation of a wind energy resource zone board, which will have the authority to designate wind energy resource zones and expedite the certification process for transmission line siting. It also includes provisions for customer generation and net metering programs, outlining the responsibilities of electric service providers and customers. The legislation prescribes the powers and duties of state agencies and officials, mandates the promulgation of rules and issuance of orders, and authorizes the establishment of residential energy improvement programs by electric or natural gas service providers. Civil sanctions, remedies, and penalties are also addressed within the bill.
Funding for these initiatives will be recovered through the rates charged by service providers, ensuring that the financial burden is distributed among consumers. The bill repeals Part 8 of the 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1221 to 460.1232) and stipulates that it will not take effect unless a corresponding Senate Bill or House Bill No. 5856 is enacted into law. This legislative effort aims to bolster Michigan's commitment to renewable energy and energy efficiency, impacting various stakeholders, including service providers, consumers, and state agencies, by promoting sustainable energy practices and reducing overall energy waste.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Referred to the Committee on Energy, Communications, and Technology
