CONFIDENTIAL

Utilities & FITs

Presented by:Julia HammExecutive DirectorSolar Electric Power Association

Utility Opinion on FITs

• No universal opinion exists, although utilities generally don’t like being mandated to purchase power at a specific price

• Generally utilities are not knowledgeable about details of feed-in tariffs

• Stakeholders should educate utilities about pros/cons prior to big legislative push for a FIT

Utility Opinions on FITs:Pre/Post First Hand Exposure in Germany

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Perspective of a Utility in Favor of FITs

• Reduced administrative burden compared to traditional rebate programs

• Pays for performance• Protects customers’ investment• Protects erosion of tax revenue• Provides economic development

opportunity • Can be funded through standard fuel

cost recovery charges

Thank you!

Julia Hamm

Executive Director

Solar Electric Power Association

jhamm@solarelectricpower.org

202-559-2025