How Utilities Shift Peak Hours to Reduce Solar Value
Utilities reshape time-of-use (TOU) rates to sideline solar customers, moving peak hours beyond daylight to slash export credits and lengthen payback times.
By Sheldon Stevens
5 min read
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How Utilities Use TOU Rates to Undermine Solar Savings
Utilities across the United States adjust time-of-use (TOU) rates to diminish solar energy savings by aligning peak pricing with low solar production periods. This practice raises concerns about clean energy viability, yet solutions such as battery storage and intelligent load management offer effective countermeasures as state policies evolve.
By Greg Walsh
5 min read
California NEM 3.0 Slashes Solar Value Without Batteries
NEM 3.0 in California cuts solar export compensation by 75%, rendering batteries crucial for maintaining system value. Standalone solar loses viability, driving the market toward integrated storage solutions, advanced energy strategies, and innovative financing. Energy storage now defines the path forward for rooftop solar in the state.
By Christina De La Cruz
4 min read
Why Fixed-Rate Plans Penalize Solar Homeowners
Fixed-rate electricity plans offer apparent stability, yet they frequently disadvantage solar homeowners by devaluing energy credits and imposing hidden fees. This structural inequity diminishes the financial benefits of solar generation. Gaining insight into rate interactions empowers owners to preserve their investments effectively.
By Christina De La Cruz
4 min read