From:                                                       whbrowncpa@aol.com

Sent:                                                         Friday, June 7, 2019 12:03 PM

To:                                                            RPS, DOER (ENE)

Subject:                                                   RPS Class I & II Rulemeaking comment

 

Dear John Wassam:

 

I apologize for sending my comment at the last minute. After the DOER hearing in Amherst, I misplaced my notes. Fortunately, my comment is simple.

 

Please do not shorten, lessen, or otherwise constrain the Solar Renewable Energy Credit program currently operating in the Commonwealth.

 

I am a Massachusetts homeowner with solar panels on my roof, in addition to being a Certified Public Accountant. As such, I have explained the SRECs program to many persons considering an investment in solar power.

 

Accelerated Cost Recovery is a long-standing accounting principle, most often offered as an incentive. My understanding of the Renewable Energy objectives in Massachusetts is one of long-term expansion and enhancement. The SRECs program has been, and should continue to be, an incentive to solar power generators because it provides accelerated cost recovery.

 

Instead of shortening the SRECs eligibility period, it should be lengthened and expanded. Lengthened. Expanded.

 

Have a sunny day, and thank you for your attention,

 

Wesley H. Brown

South Deerfield, Mass.