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Distributed Generation

The Distributed Generation Interconnection process ensures that your Distributed Generation has no adverse impacts on safety, reliability, and power quality. It begins in your stage of planning, continues through the installation of equipment, and completes with Inspections and Signoff.


Introduction to DG

View the latest National Grid presentation slides used in the Interconnection of Distributed Generation & Net Metering seminar in Massachusetts.


Net Metering

Find out about eligibility, government regulations, and how bills are determined.


  Massachusetts  
  Nantucket

Simplified Interconnection Procedures

To install a small renewable system using a single UL1741.1 (latest listing) listed inverter under 10kW for single-phase service and less than 25 KW for three-phase electric service.

Simplified Process:


Expedited/Standard Interconnection Procedures

To Install a Distributed Generation system that does not qualify for the Simplified process.

Complex (Expedited/Standard) Process:


Renewable Long-term Contracts

During Open Enrollments, National Grid will be seeking applications to enter into standard contracts for the supply of energy, capacity and RECS for eligible renewable energy projects.


Area Network Maps

To view all MA downtown districts with Secondary Networks.


Frequently Asked Questions

National Grid’s most asked about Questions and Answers.


Useful Links

View additional Distributed Generation Information.


Contact Us

Select category “Distributed Generation” or e-mail: Distributed.Generation@nationalgrid.com