Energy Rate Initiatives. Study of the Interface Between Solar and Wind Energy Systems and Electric Utilities.

摘要

The implementation of alternative utility rate structure as required by the Energy Conservation and Production Act could easily impact the economics of future solar heating and cooling systems for buildings (SHACOB). It is expected that such variations in SHACOB economics may affect the design of these systems and their rate of market penetration and ultimately impact the backup energy load that they place on the utilities. This report discusses the problem in terms of seven key issues,and suggests seven possible actions government and regulatory bodies may wish to consider.