Net metering is an electricity billing mechanism that allows consumers who generate some or all of their own electricity to use that electricity anytime, instead of when it is generated. This is particularly important with renewable energy sources like wind and solar, which are non-dispatchable.

Why is net metering bad?

2 Net metering deprives the utility of this portion of cash flow, reducing its ability to invest in and maintain its distribution infrastructure. Fixed costs for an electric utility can be substantial and recovery of these costs is necessary to ensure reliable service.

Is net metering a good idea?

The greatest benefit of net metering to solar homeowners are the utility bill savings. Net metering can result in tens of thousands of dollars in savings over the lifetime of your solar panel system.