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H7878

Requires that the electric distribution company and the commission promulgate tariffs to address interconnection of energy storage systems and to provide compensation for at least 100 mega watts of energy storage systems sited in the state.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7878 mandates tariffs for energy storage systems to facilitate their interconnection and provide compensation.

Rhode Island H7878 requires electric distribution companies and the public utilities commission to establish tariffs for energy storage systems. These tariffs must address interconnection and provide compensation for at least 100 megawatts of energy storage systems. The tariffs can specify discharge times to maximize grid benefits, with a limit of 70 discharges per year. Owners/operators must pay a specified rate when charging.

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History

Mar 31

House

Withdrawn at sponsor's request

Feb 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Corporations