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SF 111

Net metering revisions.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Cale Case and 2 co-sponsors

Failed Wyoming bill would have revised net metering policies governing compensation for distributed renewable energy fed back to the electric grid.

S 3rd Reading:Failed 10-17-4-0-0
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Bill Summary · SF 111

Legislative bill overview

SF 111 proposes revisions to Wyoming's net metering policies, which govern how distributed energy resources (like rooftop solar) connect to and interact with the electric grid. The bill failed its third reading in the Senate on February 6, 2025, despite passing earlier procedural stages, indicating significant legislative opposition to the proposed changes.

Why is this important

Net metering policies directly affect the economics of residential and commercial solar installations by determining compensation rates for excess power sent back to the grid. Changes to these policies can either incentivize or discourage renewable energy adoption and affect utility revenue structures, making this a consequential issue for energy infrastructure and climate goals in Wyoming.

Potential points of contention

  • Compensation rate disputes: Net metering revisions typically involve reducing the rates at which distributed generators are compensated, potentially making solar investments less financially attractive to consumers
  • Utility revenue concerns: Traditional utilities may support changes that protect their revenue models, while solar advocates argue current net metering fairly compensates customers for grid services
  • Rural vs. urban impact: Wyoming's distributed geography means net metering changes affect rural property owners differently than urban residents with different grid infrastructure costs

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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