|
Interested in becoming a Solar Producer?
One of the very first steps is to identify
what kind of system you want or need. If you
are unfamiliar with solar technology, the
following web sites are wonderful resources
that will provide you with information on
various types of systems, the risks and benefits,
studies, state and federal incentives, and
more.
Once you have determined what kind of system
you'd like, hire a solar expert to help you
verify what you want is what you actually
need. The experts are able to design systems
based on the building's energy usage, space
availability, and on your personal goals.
At the same time, they can perform a site
evaluation. The site evaluation will determine
whether or not your location is suitable for
a photovoltaic (PV) system, and whether there
are any issues with the building or location
that will need to be addressed.
A list of contractors can be found at the
Minnesota
Department of Commerce web site.
The maximum size system allowed for net metering
is 40 kW; this is the same limit imposed by
the State for net metering.
Contact Rochester’s Building and Safety
department at (507) 328-2600
to determine what permits are required or
zoning restrictions prohibit the installation.
An Interconnection Application must be filled
out prior to interconnecting to RPU’s
system and you should become familiar with
RPU's
Rules Covering Cogeneration and Small Power
Production. The rules provide information
on metering requirements, rate information,
definitions, and more. Application will be
provided upon request.
For State Rules:
Minnesota
Statute 216B.02
Chapter
7835, Cogeneration and small power production
Contact your property insurer to discuss
the possible installation of your system.
The State requires that you have liability
coverage of at least $300,000.
Contact Sara Fitch at (507) 292-1225 or sfitch@rpu.org
with any questions regarding the application
process or RPU’s interconnection rules
& regulations. |
