California bill requires utilities to evaluate grid-enhancing technologies

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed SB 1006 into law, requiring utilities to evaluate GETs at least every two years in transmission planning.

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 1006 into law, requiring utilities to evaluate Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs) at least every two years in transmission planning.

“SB1006 will unlock the cheapest generation for Californians and help the grid adapt to climate change,” said Julia Selker, executive director of the WATT Coalition. “WATT applauds Governor Newsom for signing this bill to ensure that Californians get the full value out of grid investments and that utilities are using the most cost-effective tools to manage the energy transition.”

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Source: PV Magazine

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