Establishes the Renewable Energy for Communities Program to develop distributed renewable generation.

The bill establishes the Renewable Energy for Communities Program to be administered by the Public Utility Commission. The program aims to develop distributed renewable generation at least-cost to ratepayers, benefiting communities by delivering renewable energy benefits, supporting community participation, and targeting marginalized groups. The Commission is tasked with developing the program, setting criteria for retail electricity providers, and considering additional objectives. The program takes effect on July 1, 2025.

Establishes the Renewable Energy for Communities Program to develop distributed renewable generation.

The bill establishes the Renewable Energy for Communities Program to be administered by the Public Utility Commission. The program aims to develop distributed renewable generation at least-cost to ratepayers, benefiting communities by delivering renewable energy benefits, supporting community participation, and targeting marginalized groups. The Commission is tasked with developing the program, setting criteria for retail electricity providers, and considering additional objectives. The program takes effect on July 1, 2025.