Question 1

What is the net metering rate in Florida?

Accepted Answer

The current net metering export rate in Florida is approximately $0.138/kWh under the Full Retail policy framework. Full retail (1:1) net metering in effect. The 2022 bill (SB 1024 / HB 741) that would have phased out 1:1 net metering was VETOED by Governor DeSantis on April 28, 2022 and never became law. Investor-owned utilities (FPL, Duke Energy Florida, TECO, Gulf Power) credit exported solar at the full residential retail rate (~$0.138/kWh) with annual true-up.

Question 2

What type of net metering does Florida have?

Accepted Answer

Florida uses a Full Retail net metering framework. Full retail (1:1) net metering in effect. The 2022 bill (SB 1024 / HB 741) that would have phased out 1:1 net metering was VETOED by Governor DeSantis on April 28, 2022 and never became law. Investor-owned utilities (FPL, Duke Energy Florida, TECO, Gulf Power) credit exported solar at the full residential retail rate (~$0.138/kWh) with annual true-up. The system size limit is Up to 2 MW.

Question 3

Is net metering available in Florida?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Florida has net metering available with a status of Active. The current policy took effect on 2022-04. The export rate is $0.138/kWh.

Question 4

How does Florida's NEM rate compare to the retail electricity rate?

Accepted Answer

Florida's NEM export rate of $0.138/kWh is 100% of the average retail electricity rate of $0.138/kWh. This means solar owners receive nearly full retail compensation for excess generation.

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