NEW DISTRIBUTION GENERATION SYSTEM PROCEDURES

1. All fees must be paid upfront. Fees are non-refundable.

Fee schedule

 

 

 

 

 

2. All systems must be approved by CWEC before any installation is started.

3. A diagram shall be provided and approved by CWEC before starting the project.

4. System needs to be installed by a licensed contractor.

5. Contractor needs to submit Distributed Generation Application & Interconnection Agreement. (Refer to Distributed Rules & Regulations sheet)

6. Member shall notify contractor that CWEC requires installation of a second meter socket. CWEC can install a meter that records kwh DG is generating. CWEC will install the meter.

7. Proof of homeowner’s liability coverage with a minimum of $300,000 for systems rated 20kW or less. For systems rated greater than 20kW, please contact the cooperative.

8. Wiring Certificate completed by a licensed electrician.

9. Distributed Generation Metering

  Call CWEC so our technician can contact the contractor to schedule installation of meters and system inspection. CWEC will furnish, install and maintain watt-hour meter(s) equipped to measure energy flow in and out of the member’s distributed generation location. This meter will have the ability to record the energy generated by the member that is supplied to the Cooperative’s distribution system if the ember generates excess energy. Excess energy supplied to the Cooperative’s distribution system will be purchased by the Cooperative at the Cooperative’s unbundled energy rate.

  The Cooperative reserves the right to charge the member for metering costs above the standard for the rate class of the service.

  The member shall furnish, install and maintain all additional wiring and equipment required for the installation of the member’s generating system. All wiring must be done in a manner acceptable to the Cooperative.