Minnesota HF2986 mandates public utilities to file a virtual power plant tariff and program with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, requiring.

Minnesota HF2986 requires public utilities to include additional information in their resource plans, such as the least cost plan for meeting energy needs from conservation and renewable resources. The bill mandates public utilities to file a virtual power plant tariff and program with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission by 2026. The program aims to reduce demand for grid-supplied electricity during system peaks, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and optimize the use of existing generation and energy storage assets.

Minnesota HF2986 mandates public utilities to file a virtual power plant tariff and program with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, requiring.

Minnesota HF2986 requires public utilities to include additional information in their resource plans, such as the least cost plan for meeting energy needs from conservation and renewable resources. The bill mandates public utilities to file a virtual power plant tariff and program with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission by 2026. The program aims to reduce demand for grid-supplied electricity during system peaks, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and optimize the use of existing generation and energy storage assets.