NEM 3.0 Explained: Why the Old Solar Math Broke — and What Actually Works Now

NEM 3.0 Explained: Why the Old Solar Math Broke — and What Actually Works Now

NEM 3.0 Explained: Why the Old Solar Math Broke — and What Actually Works NowIn House Contributor
Published on: 08/09/2026

California's NEM 3.0 replaced the old net metering rules that credited exported solar at close to retail rates, tying export credits instead to the actual wholesale value of electricity, which is typically much lower.

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Can Solar Actually Cut Your SCE, PG&E, or SDG&E Bill? Yes — But the Timing Determines How Much

Can Solar Actually Cut Your SCE, PG&E, or SDG&E Bill? Yes — But the Timing Determines How Much

Can Solar Actually Cut Your SCE, PG&E, or SDG&E Bill? Yes — But the Timing Determines How MuchIn House Contributor
Published on: 01/07/2026

SCE's Solar Billing Plan credits vary by hour and month, making battery storage important for maximizing the value of exported solar. Solar saves money by reducing grid purchases, but the timing of when power is used or exported determines how much.

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