June 1, 2015

Valuation of Solar+Storage in Hawaii: Methodology

Seeking to help states better address the value proposition of solar+storage systems, this report is a method to quantify the added economic benefits that could result from adding behind-the-meter storage to supplement solar energy generation in Hawaii.

The method provides a useful framework and information tool that can be used to conduct a more comprehensive valuation analysis in Hawaii and other states. Prepared for IREC by Clean Power Research® byBen Norris, senior consultant. Jason Keyes, Partner at Keyes, Fox & Wiedman LLP, attorney for IREC and report collaborator.

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