Prior to installation of the equipment a completed application package for interconnection under the SIR must be submitted to National Grid. In addition to the application packages below, other documentation may be requested by National Grid if required.
For Application Frequently Asked Questions, click here.
| Generator type | Application Requirement | Submit Application to |
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Solar or Wind Systems 25kW or less, |
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Online |
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Systems above 25kW up to 2MW |
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Distributed Generation Services |
Systems > 2MW |
Standards for Systems > 2MW can be found in Appendix A of ESB756 |
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Standby Service to Customers with On-Site Generation Facilities |
Commercial and industrial customers with on-site generation are subject to the provisions of Service Classification No. 7, National Grid’s Sale of Standby Service to Customers with On-Site Generation Facilities, Rate Tariff (pdf). |
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Purchase of Electric Energy and Capacity from Customers with Qualifying On-Site Generation Facilities |
This service is for customers with a qualifying generation facility that sells energy and capacity in excess of 100kW to National Grid (Subject to the provisions of Service Classification No. 6). For more information, view our filed Rate Tariff (pdf). |
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