On-Grid
Wind and PV Solar Electric Systems
The number of residential consumers interested in
hooking their wind and photovoltaic solar systems are rocketing.
Lower PV solar and wind systems costs and growing
interest in clean energy alternatives, are increasing the demand
for home grid-connected systems.
On-grid Systems Advantages
On-grid wind or PV-solar systems have strong
advantages over stand-alone systems. Through grid-connection you
can store the electricity surpluses on the grid, and get them back whenever
necessary.
On-grid systems require simple procedures: a
bi-directional meter, and standard performance and safety norms.
In many states, fees, inspections or certifications are minimal.
On-grid wind and solar systems might avoid the
electric disruptions and the battery systems (and the consequent
costs) demanded by stand-alone systems.
See for more information on Net Metering and its
agreements:
Net Metering
Selling the excess generation
If your wind or PV solar system stores more
electricity in the grid than that you use, the utility or
electric provider may buy the excess generation: the law do not
require that, but many agreements consider that
purchase.
See for more information on Net Metering and its
rules:
Net Metering
On-grid agreements
Connecting a PV solar system or a wind system to
a electric grid involves a net-metering agreement and some
standards that aren’t difficult to meet.
See, for details:
Solar and Wind Systems and Net Metering
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