PURPA: Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act - Federal legislation that requires utilities to buy power from qualifying facilities at avoided cost rates
FERC Regulations: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission regulations governing interstate electricity transmission and wholesale electricity markets
Federal Power Act: Fundamental federal law governing the regulation of electric utilities and the interstate transmission of electricity
Energy Policy Act 2005: Federal legislation that modified national energy policy, including provisions affecting net metering and interconnection standards
State PUC Regulations: State Public Utility Commission regulations that govern utility operations, rates, and customer relationships at the state level
State Net Metering Laws: State-specific legislation and regulations governing net metering programs, including credit calculations and compensation rates
State RPS: State Renewable Portfolio Standards that set requirements for renewable energy adoption and may affect net metering policies
State Consumer Protection: State-specific laws protecting consumer rights in utility service agreements and energy contracts
Utility Requirements: Local utility company-specific requirements for interconnection, equipment standards, and operational procedures
REC Programs: State-specific Renewable Energy Credit programs that may interact with net metering arrangements
Tax Legislation: Federal and state tax laws affecting renewable energy installations and net metering arrangements, including incentives and credits
Environmental Regulations: Federal and state environmental regulations affecting renewable energy installations and grid connections
Grid Standards: Technical standards for grid interconnection, including IEEE and UL requirements for safety and compatibility
Credit Methodology: Rules and procedures for calculating and applying net metering credits to customer accounts
Billing Procedures: Requirements for billing arrangements and credit transfer procedures under net metering agreements
Equipment Standards: Technical specifications and standards for renewable energy equipment and metering devices
Liability Requirements: Insurance and liability requirements for parties involved in net metering arrangements
Dispute Resolution: Legal framework and procedures for resolving disputes related to net metering agreements
