The discussion around Dominion Energy's NEM 2.0 proposal highlights several key issues affecting solar energy in Virginia. The proposal impacts how net metering works, with customers receiving retail rates for the solar energy they produce, despite the higher costs associated with maintaining grid infrastructure. This raises concerns about the fairness of rates paid to solar customers, particularly as many ratepayers end up subsidizing solar installations mainly benefiting wealthier homeowners. Comparisons are made to California’s NEM 3.0 which pays wholesale rates with a fixed fee for infrastructure maintenance. The complexities of solar renewable energy certificate (SREC) programs are also mentioned, suggesting that Dominion could be in a competitive position when credit considerations are analyzed. Overall, while the NEM proposal aims to support solar energy expansion, it simultaneously raises significant questions about equity, costs, and the sustainability of rooftop solar as an energy source amid fluctuating prices and infrastructure challenges.