Montana SB406 establishes energy conservation efficiency standards for utilities.

Montana SB406, known as the Montana Energy Conservation Efficiency Standards Act, mandates investor-owned utilities to pursue energy conservation opportunities proven to be cost-effective for ratepayers. The bill requires utilities to implement energy conservation programs achieving specific energy savings targets. Utilities must submit energy conservation assessments and plans to the commission, which evaluates these submissions. If a utility fails to meet its energy savings targets, it must provide an explanation and may request an adjustment.

Montana SB406 establishes energy conservation efficiency standards for utilities.

Montana SB406, known as the Montana Energy Conservation Efficiency Standards Act, mandates investor-owned utilities to pursue energy conservation opportunities proven to be cost-effective for ratepayers. The bill requires utilities to implement energy conservation programs achieving specific energy savings targets. Utilities must submit energy conservation assessments and plans to the commission, which evaluates these submissions. If a utility fails to meet its energy savings targets, it must provide an explanation and may request an adjustment.