Section 17.05 - General Criteria for Long-term Contracts and Renewable Energy Generation Sources(1) Long-term contracts must be with renewable energy generation sources that: (a) Have a commercial operation date, as verified by DOER, on or after January 1, 2008;(b) Be qualified by DOER as eligible to participate in the Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) program, and to sell RECs under the program, pursuant to M.G.L. c. 25A, § 11F;(c) Be determined by the Department to: 1. Provide enhanced electricity reliability within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts;2. Contribute to moderating system peak load requirements;3. Be cost-effective to Massachusetts electric ratepayers over the term of the contract; and4. Create additional employment where feasible; and(d) Be a cost-effective mechanism for procuring renewable energy on a long-term basis.(2) In evaluating long-term contracts, the Department will consider the recommendations of the Attorney General of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, which shall be submitted to the Department within 45 days of the filing of long-term contracts.