Defined term

Time-of-use electricity rate

A time-of-use electricity rate charges different prices for electricity during predefined periods within a day.

Also known as TOU rate

grid · Concept code GS-CONCEPT-014 · Last verified September 29, 2026

Evidence through 2020-11 · 0 sources have no source-event date

Content modified 2026-09-29

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Time-of-use periods can change the household value of using, storing, or exporting solar electricity at different hours; export compensation rules remain jurisdiction-specific.

Review confirmed · Review due October 29, 2026

The previous review deadline was September 7, 2026. The missed interval remains unverified; the current review does not establish historical coverage.

The cited evidence supports this statement within the source’s stated scope. Its jurisdiction and source-event date limit its applicability to a particular project.

Applicable jurisdiction: US; varies by jurisdiction

Verified September 29, 2026

Definition

A time-of-use electricity rate charges different prices for electricity during predefined periods within a day.

Review confirmed · Review due October 29, 2026

The previous review deadline was September 7, 2026. The missed interval remains unverified; the current review does not establish historical coverage.

The cited evidence supports this statement within the source’s stated scope. Its jurisdiction and source-event date limit its applicability to a particular project.

Applicable jurisdiction: US; varies by jurisdiction

Verified September 29, 2026

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