SaskPower

I was wondering if this also includes a review of the solar panel rate? And if that will be up for review, I had sent an email to Scott Moe about same and have not received an email back. Here is a copy of same, I am writing to express my concern about the current SaskPower Net Metering Program, specifically the change that reduced solar export credits to 7.5¢/kWh. This rate is significantly lower than the retail rate we pay for electricity, and it effectively means solar customers receive only a fraction of the value for the clean energy we contribute to the grid. Under the previous net-metering structure, Saskatchewan provided a fair and balanced 1:1 credit for excess solar generation. This policy made investing in renewable energy financially viable for homeowners, farms, and small businesses and helped the province move toward its environmental and energy-diversification goals. The current credit rate discourages residents from adopting solar, slows private investment in renewable energy, and makes it much harder for families to see a reasonable return on their solar investment. At a time when many provinces are moving toward stronger support for clean energy, Saskatchewan has become far less competitive. I respectfully request that the Government of Saskatchewan: - Reinstate a full 1:1 credit for excess solar generation, or - better reflects the true value solar provides, including reduced transmission needs, lowered peak demand, and environmental benefits. A fair net-metering policy would encourage more citizens to adopt solar power, reduce long-term strain on the grid, and support Saskatchewan’s clean energy targets—all while helping families manage rising energy costs. I hope you will consider revisiting the current program and restoring a policy that supports both economic fairness and renewable energy growth in our province.

I hope the increase is in the form of a c/kwh increase and not an infrastructure increase. It would do more to encourage reducing power consumption than only having an infrastructure increase.

At a time when everything is so expensive and we're living hand to mouth on a good day, this increase of 5.00 a month makes a huge difference. Its not nothing. Instead of putting the burden on already struggling people maybe the higher ups could take a pay cut. We are being nickle and dimed to death

As I am a low income person .with limited funds. Alreading facing a 6.70%property tax hike ,a 5.18% water rate hike and now a 3.9% power hike .I can't afford this hike .I request you deny the rate hike .they were asked in the legislature about a rate hike .they were silent in that .an audit should of been done .please keep the low income on mind .with the cost of living high already .

I think our power is high enough already especially in Bradwell where it’s out more than it’s on

Considering the staggering inflation of all inputs, a rate increase by a utility provider is warranted. My feedback pertains to net metering on solar. We are an organic farm located north of Saskatoon where natural gas was not economically feasible. Instead we opted for ground mount solar with on site Tesla backup and heat pump for HVAC. The issue is that the whole system was designed to be “neutral” power draw in a one year period, however, SaskPower only credits power generated at 50%. Even with 4 Tesla power walls we can barely sustain 1 day of usage plus have the headache and safety of batteries. SaskPower argues the 50% discount covers infrastructure, and that makes sense for solar power producers intending to SELL power, however, we only receive non refundable credits and at 50%. The whole point of net metering is so that farms like ours can make power for all those that need AC in the hot summer sun, while drawing electricity in the dead of winter. The net meter just helps to balance their annual usage. There needs to be 1:1 power generation credit for those who are under a certain generation threshold and only receiving usage credits. We’ve invested heavily in the solar infrastructure at no cost to SaskPower, with no grants or subsidies from the government and yet they receive the benefit of the extra cooling power when they need it most in summer cooling (peak generation at peak demand). All the while we are penalized 50% for attempting to do our part to remain utility neutral.

I do not approve of another rate increase People are struggling to feed their children and keep a roof over their heads Child going hungry or pay inflated utility I will choose the child

I don't believe a rate increase is needed if the crown corporation is still making money,plus still paying a CEO close to a half a million a year, while the rest of public is struggling to buy food and manage bills. This is not the time for any increase with the current economic situation.