Renewable energy leaders and advocates in the state think the passage of the Utility Solar Bill (SB 583) is a step in increasing energy freedom and job creation, reports Clarissa Cottrill, Morgantown News Editor for WV News, and they hope the legalization of on-site Power Purchase Agreements are on the horizon.
From the report:
SB 583 is one of the baby steps being taken to address the issue, but there’s more to be done if lawmakers really want to impact the energy and economic landscape in the Mountain State.
On-site power purchase agreements and allowing the property owner to purchase the energy the facility produces on a month-to-month basis, similar to leasing, is a possible next step, according to Long.
“It’s a really appealing option for businesses who want to go solar but who don’t want to put out the capital investment to own that solar,” she said.