Rep. Greg Burke proposes raising uniform capacity tax on large solar arrays to $16/kW, earmarks half for Farm Security Fund Rep. Greg Burke introduced a bill to raise the state's uniform capacity tax on utility-scale solar arrays from about $4 per kilowatt to $16 per kilowatt, saying the change would align tax treatment with other utilities and direct half the new revenue to the Farm Security Special Fund to help farmers.

Rep. Greg Burke's bold proposal to quadruple Vermont's tax on large solar arrays aims to boost funding for farmers while leveling the playing field with other utilities.

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Solar contractor urges passage of H.716, says behind‑the‑meter charge and shrinking net‑metering value are pricing out Vermonters Jared Cobb of Catamount Solar told the House Energy committee that sudden loss of a federal tax credit, $62 million in state funding changes and negative net‑metering adjusters have pushed payback periods from about 7–8 years to 12–13 years, and he urged lawmakers to eliminate the 'behind‑the‑meter' deduction in H.716.

Vermont's solar industry is at a crossroads, with payback periods soaring from 8 to 13 years, leaving middle-income households in the dark—will lawmakers act to reverse this trend?

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Committee hearings on H.716 focus on net-metering compensation, negative adjuster and metering feasibility Witnesses urged H.716 to reduce the -4/kWh penalty for behind-the-meter use and to incentivize batteries; the Public Service Department warned the bill could raise rates, not change greenhouse gas emissions and may be technically infeasible for utilities lacking hourly meters.

A heated debate is brewing in Vermont as lawmakers grapple with H.716, a bill that could reshape the future of rooftop solar and impact residents' wallets.

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Rep. Chris Morrow seeks cap on negative net‑metering adjuster and protection for behind‑the‑meter use Representative Chris Morrow introduced H.716 to cap the negative rate adjuster at 4¢ and to exclude behind‑the‑meter consumption from that adjuster, aiming to support rooftop solar and reduce barriers created by shrinking federal credits and PUC rate adjustments.

Representative Chris Morrow is fighting for homeowners by proposing a bill that aims to cap negative rate adjustments on rooftop solar, making it easier for residents to generate their own energy without penalties.

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Representative Morrow introduces PUC fee changes for certificates of public good; committee seeks PUC testimony Representative Morrow presented a bill incorporating Public Utility Commission-requested fee increases for certificates of public good (including rooftop and modification fees); members asked whether higher fees could discourage rooftop solar and requested PUC testimony on revenue and deployment impacts.

Representative Morrow's new bill could significantly impact rooftop solar costs, raising concerns about the future of solar energy in Vermont.

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Lawmakers press rail bureau to help resolve solar interconnection delays with New England Central A Senate Transportation member raised a constituent complaint that New England Central has not responded to requests for an electrical crossing needed to connect the Green/Putney Acres solar project; rail bureau director Bridal Delabrio offered to contact NECR government‑affairs staff and property management to help move the matter forward.

Senators are stepping in to tackle frustrating delays that are holding up a crucial solar project in Vermont, but will their efforts break through the bureaucratic gridlock?

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Solar industry warns HR1, tariffs and permitting delays will slow rooftop and small commercial projects; safe‑harbor and state policy can sustain near‑term work Vermont solar developers and installers testified that federal tariffs and new HR1 limits on tax credits are increasing costs and reducing residential uptake. Installers said safe‑harbor rules and a recently updated state renewable standard provide a multi‑year runway for larger projects, but long permitting timelines and conditional IRA awards for

The solar industry is facing significant economic challenges due to new federal laws and rising material costs, but there's still hope for larger projects thanks to safe-harbor rules.

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Vermont Assembly boosts solar net metering project cap from 15 kW to 25 kW Vermont General Assembly increases solar net metering project size for expedited approval process.

Vermont just raised the solar net metering project cap, making it easier than ever for homeowners to harness the power of the sun!

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Vermont amends net metering laws to enhance small-scale solar development Vermont enacts changes to net metering rules for systems 25 kW or smaller.

Vermont is revolutionizing small-scale solar energy with new net metering rules that could empower countless homeowners!

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Public Utility Commission updates net metering rules for solar systems in 2025 PUC allows attribute transfer and expedited registration for small net metering solar systems

Vermont's Public Utility Commission just made it easier for homeowners to harness solar power with new rules for small net metering systems!

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Representative Hamish clarifies solar net metering adjustments for customers Representative Hamish provides updates on correcting net metering mistakes for solar customers

Vermont lawmakers are making crucial adjustments to the net metering program that could empower solar energy customers to correct past mistakes and thrive!

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Vermont lawmakers discuss hurdles for solar energy installations amid legislative challenges Lawmakers debate issues hindering solar project approvals and propose changes to net metering.

Vermont lawmakers are wrestling with outdated solar energy regulations that could stifle the state's renewable goals and hinder optimal installations.

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