The link to Az is interesting, and verifies what I have been saying - the "cost of plant" is being defined differently. I suppose it's fair to only credit the homeowner the wholesale cost of power, but find it suspicious that the utilities argued that their cost of power isnt really what the Corp Commish approved because it had special costs when the rates were initially approved.
I also find it amazing that knotheads are just now coming around to the fact that they are subsidizing solar so now home generators have to pay a higher meter fee. Now they seem to be encouraging homeowners to have storage systems, which if batteries is a TERRIBLE idea and will lead to injuries and pollution. And business opportunities for what i suppose will be battery technicians.
Seems like the Central Scrutinizer missed a few details.
I like my solar power. I have never got a bill in 7 years. And it didnt cost anyone a dime but me. I had one warranty issue and was fortunate that i bought from a company that is still in business (outback - highly recommended). As mentioned by mark above (i think i remember that right) warranty is an issue because many of these companies are now gone.
How fortunate we are to be able to discuss this as reality instead of the alchemy it was when i was a Ute.
"Back after 5 years. I thought you had died.
don"
Splitting my time between the montane and the mesas
The woods are lovely, dark and deep.
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep,
And miles to go before I sleep.