My analysis is based on an ERCOT model where I took out natural gas and coal and added solar, nuclear and storage until I could get a functioning grid. In that model wind and solar need to pay for storage. This isn’t about punishing or helping it’s about a working economic model.
No, they don't *need* to. No laws involved. That's your choice. Which I already stated makes sense if you're trying to appeal to conservative politicians who hate renewables because FF donors tell them too. What's Doug Lewin think about your plan? ...
Texas tried to pass a couple anti-renewable bills this session that failed- SB 388 and 715 that have tones close to your ideas.