Solar Farm Financial and Regulatory Compliance Reporting Checklist
This solar farm financial and regulatory compliance reporting checklist ensures compliance with FERC Electric Quarterly Report (EQR) filing requirements, EIA Form 923 (Power Plant Operations Report), state Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) program requirements, REC (Renewable Energy Certificate) tracking and retirement obligations, and IRS Investment Tax Credit (ITC) documentation requirements. Designed for solar asset managers and compliance officers to verify all financial and regulatory repo
- Industry: Renewable Energy
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 3-4 hours
- Role: Solar Asset Manager / Regulatory Compliance Officer
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: FERC Electric Quarterly Report (EQR) Requirements, EIA Form 923 Power Plant Operations Report, State RPS Program Compliance Requirements, WREGIS/GATS/M-RETS REC Tracking Requirements, IRS ITC/PTC Documentation and Compliance
FERC Reporting
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission filings.
- FERC EQR filed quarterly per 18 CFR Part 35?
- Qualifying Facility (QF) status current (if applicable)?
- FERC market-based rate authorization current?
- Annual updated market power analysis filed with FERC?
- All FERC compliance obligations tracked and current?
EIA Reporting
Energy Information Administration reporting.
- EIA Form 923 monthly reports filed by deadline?
- EIA Form 860 annual generator report current?
- Actual generation data reconciled with EIA reports?
- Fuel consumption (if applicable) accurately reported?
- Any EIA filing corrections submitted promptly?
REC Management
Renewable Energy Certificate tracking and sales.
- Generating unit registered in applicable REC tracking system (WREGIS/GATS/M-RETS)?
- Monthly REC creation in tracking system current?
- REC transfers to buyers completed per contract schedule?
- RECs retired for RPS compliance (own or buyer) on time?
- REC sale contract performance obligations met?
Tax Credit Compliance
ITC and PTC documentation.
- ITC basis and placed-in-service documentation maintained?
- Tax equity ownership structure changes tracked?
- Tax equity flip date and conditions tracked?
- Solar charging percentage for ITC-qualified storage documented?
- MACRS depreciation schedule current with accounting team?
State RPS and Regulatory Compliance
State renewable energy program compliance.
- Project registered in state RPS program?
- State renewable energy compliance filings current?
- Local municipal compliance reports (CUP annual reports) filed?
- State incentive program reporting current?
- Utility-required annual compliance reporting submitted?
Compliance Calendar Management
Upcoming filing obligations.
- Compliance calendar with all upcoming deadlines current?
- 30-day upcoming filing list reviewed?
- No missed or overdue regulatory filings?
- Regulatory changes in jurisdiction tracked with legal counsel?
- Compliance Reporting Notes
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Why Use This Solar Farm Financial and Regulatory Compliance Reporting Checklist?
This solar farm financial and regulatory compliance reporting checklist helps renewable energy teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for solar asset manager / regulatory compliance officer professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.
Ensures compliance with FERC Electric Quarterly Report (EQR) Requirements, EIA Form 923 Power Plant Operations Report, State RPS Program Compliance Requirements, WREGIS/GATS/M-RETS REC Tracking Requirements, IRS ITC/PTC Documentation and Compliance. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Solar Farm Financial and Regulatory Compliance Reporting Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: FERC Reporting, EIA Reporting, REC Management, Tax Credit Compliance, State RPS and Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Calendar Management. It is designed for renewable energy operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 3-4 hours.
Who should use this Solar Farm Financial and Regulatory Compliance Reporting Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Solar Asset Manager / Regulatory Compliance Officer professionals in the renewable energy industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.