Summary
Cheap plug-in solar panels are coming whether the utility likes it or not. Staff recommends no interconnection agreement, no export credits, and heavy public education, treating it as buyer-beware while watching UL 3700 certification and possible state legislation (SB 157).
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Last discussed Aug 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct cost; the utility forgoes oversight and data but avoids burdening customers with a $500 meter fee.
Residents get cheap, easy solar with no paperwork — though they bear all safety and insurance risk.
Line workers and homeowners face some unregulated-installation risk; the utility loses visibility into exports.
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