Utility Templates

This Excel based tool is used to assess DG applications that a utility receives. The tool assesses the potential impact of DG applications on the utility network based on the Simplified Connection Criteria. DG systems are evaluated using either the MEC constraints Method or the Voltage Rise Method. The tool includes printable Assessment and Commissioning reports.

This document is part of a set of templates to establish an enabling environment for Distributed Generation. The templates should be customised as necessary by Regulators and Utilities in different countries.

Non-technical information on DG for the general public. Can be customised by Utilities as necessary.

A template letter which Utilities will issue to customers once the DG has been installed and the Commissioning Report has been submitted and approved.  Can be customised by Utilities as necessary.

A template letter issued by the Utility to the customer installing the DG once the Utility has approved the DG based on information in the Application submitted by the customer. Can be customised by the Utility as necessary.

An agreement for the connection and billing reconciliation of DG to be entered into between the Utility and customer prior to commencement of DG generation. Can be customised as necessary by Utilities.

A document which lays out all of the technical, regulatory and process requirements of a Utility, such that customers have clear guidance as to what is permitted, and the process through which approval to install DG is obtained.  This document contains a wealth of detailed information on DG as it relates to Utility permitting, technical issues and customer compliances.  Can be customised according to the needs of particular Utilities. (yellow highlights in the document point to potential areas where customisation is needed)

A report on the commissioning checks that are to be undertaken on DG before the Utility can issue ‘Permission to Generate’. Can be customised and adapted to the needs of different and Utilities.

A form that can be customised and used by Utilities such that customers to apply for permission to connect DG.  The form collects the necessary information to enable the Utility to assess whether the DG can proceed to installation or not.