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Resolution to Review Rules for Distributed Energy Resources

Original title: RESOLUTION - NO. R-26-220 - BY: COUNCILMEMBERS MCCARRON, MORRELL, WILLARD, HARRIS, GREEN, KING AND HUGHES Brief: RESOLUTION AND ORDER ESTABLISHING RULEMAKING TO CONSIDER REVISING THE INTEGRATED RESOURCE PLAN RULES WITH RESPECT TO DISTRIBUTED ENERGY RESOURCES DOCKET NO. UD-26-01 Annotation: (This matter was introduced 5/21/26). (UTILITY, CABLE, TELECOMMUNICATION AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL).

May 21, 2026

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Finance Connection

Notable money activity
$9,280,000across 20 reported contributions
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CandidateDonorAmountIndustryDate
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IFederated Indians of Graton Rancheria$1,000,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IFederated Indians of Graton Rancheria$1,000,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IFederated Indians of Graton Rancheria$1,000,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IFederated Indians of Graton Rancheria$1,000,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IFederated Indians of Graton Rancheria$1,000,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IFederated Indians of Graton Rancheria$1,000,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IFederated Indians of Graton Rancheria$1,000,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IFederated Indians of Graton Rancheria$1,000,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IFederated Indians of Graton Rancheria$1,000,000-Jan 2020
Sacramento Working Families supporting Valenzuela, Vang, and Landeros for City Council 2020, sponsored by labor and community organizationsService Employees International Union Local 1021 Candidate PAC$30,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IGhilotti Construction$25,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IGhilotti Construction$25,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IStacy and Witbeck, Inc$25,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IStacy and Witbeck, Inc$25,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IGhilotti Construction$25,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IGhilotti Construction$25,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IGhilotti Construction$25,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IStacy and Witbeck, Inc$25,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IGhilotti Construction$25,000-Jan 2020
Stay Green, Keep SMART 2020 - Yes on IGhilotti Construction$25,000-Jan 2020

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution initiates a regulatory review that could change how distributed energy resources are integrated into the city's power grid, potentially affecting future energy costs and grid management for all residents and utility customers.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Utility customers

Future changes to IRP rules may influence how distributed energy resources are integrated into the grid and potentially impact service delivery.

Distributed energy resource providers

The rulemaking process will determine the regulatory framework under which these providers operate within the city.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 21, 2026.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The City Council has passed a resolution to begin a formal process to update the rules. This review specifically focuses on how distributed energy resources, such as rooftop solar or local battery storage, are managed within the city's energy planning.

Why It Matters

This resolution initiates a regulatory review that could change how distributed energy resources are integrated into the city's power grid, potentially affecting future energy costs and grid management for all residents and utility customers.

Key Facts

  • The City Council passed Resolution No. R-26-220 to establish a formal rulemaking process.
  • The rulemaking process is designated under Docket No. UD-26-01.
  • The scope of the review is limited to revising Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) rules regarding distributed energy resources.
  • The resolution was introduced on May 18, 2026.
  • The Utility, Cable, Telecommunication and Technology Committee recommended the resolution for approval.
  • The matter was formally introduced to the council on May 21, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are distributed energy resources?
These are small-scale energy technologies, such as rooftop solar panels or battery storage systems, that generate or store electricity near where it is used.
What is an Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)?
An IRP is a long-term plan used by utilities to ensure they can meet future energy demand reliably and cost-effectively.
Does this resolution change my energy rates immediately?
No. This resolution only initiates a process to consider potential changes to existing rules.

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Discoveries

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Focus on Distributed Energy

The council is specifically targeting the integration of distributed energy resources within the existing IRP framework, suggesting a shift toward modernizing grid planning.

Connected Entities

organizationUtility, Cable, Telecommunication and Technology CommitteeCommittee that recommended approval of the resolutionMap →
personMorrellCouncilmember and sponsor of the resolutionMap →
personGreenCouncilmember and sponsor of the resolutionMap →
personHarrisCouncilmember and sponsor of the resolutionMap →
otherUD-26-01Docket number assigned to the rulemaking processMap →
personMcCarronCouncilmember and sponsor of the resolutionMap →
personWillardCouncilmember and sponsor of the resolutionMap →
personHughesCouncilmember and sponsor of the resolutionMap →
personKingCouncilmember and sponsor of the resolutionMap →

Sources

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  • Controversy10
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