Code of Massachusetts Regulations
220 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
Title 220 CMR 21.00 - Subdivision
Section 21.08 - Long-term Contracts and RPS Requirements

Universal Citation: 220 MA Code of Regs 220.21

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

(1) A Distribution Company's obligation to enter Long-term Contracts is separate and distinct from its obligation to meet RPS requirements.

(2)220 CMR 21.00 will not limit consideration of other short- or Long-term Contracts for power and/or RECs submitted by a Distribution Company for review and approval by the Department.

(3) If RPS requirements terminate, a Distribution Company's obligation to solicit Long-term Contracts under 220 CMR 21.00 shall also cease. However, Long-term Contracts that are already signed and approved by the Department will remain in full force and effect.

(4) Distribution Companies shall not enter into Long-term Contracts under 220 CMR 21.00 that would, in the aggregate, exceed 4% of total energy demand from all Customers in the service territory of the Distribution Company.

(5) If a Distribution Company has entered into Long-term Contracts consistent with 220 CMR 21.00, it shall not be required by regulation or order or other agreement to enter into additional Long-term Contracts under 220 CMR 21.00.

(6) Provided, however, Distribution Companies may voluntarily execute additional Long-term Contracts, subject to the approval of the Department.

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