Bill
S 389
Bill eliminates demand side management programs from New Jersey's societal benefits charge cost recovery, potentially reducing energy efficiency funding and increasing grid demand pressures.
S 389 removes demand side management (DSM) programs from the list of initiatives that can recover costs through New Jersey's societal benefits charge—a surcharge on electricity bills that funds various public benefit programs. This would eliminate a funding mechanism for programs that incentivize consumers to reduce energy consumption during peak demand periods.
DSM programs help reduce strain on the electrical grid during peak hours, potentially lowering overall energy costs and infrastructure investments. Eliminating this funding stream could defund energy efficiency initiatives, shift costs to other ratepayers, or reduce incentives for residential and commercial energy conservation efforts across the state.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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