Elexicon has a process to ensure Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), such as solar panels, energy storage, combined heat and power or natural gas generators, are connected to its system in a safe and responsible manner.
Depending on the size of the DER you are considering, there may be different steps in the process.
| DER Size | Description |
|---|---|
Micro | ≤10kW |
Small | (a) ≤ 500 kW connected on distribution system voltage < 15 kV (b) ≤ 1 MW connected on distribution system voltage ≥ 15 kV |
Mid-Sized | (a) ≤ 10 MW but > 500 kW connected on distribution system voltage < 15 kV (b) > 1 MW but ≤ 10 MW connected on distribution system voltage ≥ 15 kV |
Large | > 10 MW |
Regardless of the size of the DER, before considering a DER installation, it is good idea to contact Elexicon to check whether there is capacity to accommodate a DER at your location. Some areas of our system may have restricted capacity and may not be able to connect DERs to the system at your location.
To do so, complete this Preliminary Consultation Information Request (PCIR) form and e-mail it to dservices@elexiconenergy.com. While this step is optional, we encourage you to complete this preliminary request as it will give you additional information on connection details and available capacity.
Elexicon will respond to a completed PCIR within 15 days with a Preliminary Consultation Report (PCR). This report will let you know whether capacity is likely available at the location, whether any changes to infrastructure (e.g. new line expansion, transformer upgrade) is required and if any impact assessment studies will need to be done. The PCR will also include information that applicants will need for the next step in the process.
It is important to note that the PCR is a snapshot in time and does not reserve capacity for a project.
We’ve included a list of restricted feeders (PDF),which we update every three months.
