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Utilities must comply with connection/settlement obligations where the regime is implemented; user-generators must obtain authorisations and meet technical standards.
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What’s Required
User's right to install generation up to contracted power, subject to authorisation and technical rules
The law recognises the right of distribution network users to install renewable distributed generation up to a limit linked to contracted demand, provided authorisation is obtained, and technical requirements are met. Compliance implication: installations are not “informal”; they require regulated approval and adherence to standards.Utility obligations: connection, metering, and non-discriminatory access
Utilities must enable access and apply regulated conditions. Compliance programs for utilities should cover:
transparent connection procedures
metering upgrades (bi-directional metering)
settlement logic for injected surplus
non-discriminatory treatment and documented refusal criteria
Failure typically triggers regulatory disputes and enforcement by provincial regulators.
Contractual framework and settlement discipline
Distributed generation regimes rely on standard contracts or regulated clauses defining:
connection responsibilities.
metering responsibilities.
crediting methodology for injected energy.
safety and disconnection protocols
User-generators must ensure contracts and invoices align with regulatory rules and that claims about renewable self-generation are supported by metering data.
Equipment compliance and safety
Technical compliance includes inverters, protection schemes, anti-islanding, and installation standards. Companies installing systems at scale should maintain:
supplier due diligence for certified equipment.
installer qualification controls.
commissioning documentation and maintenance logs
This becomes compliance-critical when insurers, regulators, or utilities audit system integrity.
Provincial implementation and variability
Electricity distribution is often regulated provincially, so practical obligations may differ by jurisdiction. Companies with multi-site portfolios should implement site-by-site compliance maps: connection procedures, tariffs, credits, and documentation requirements.
Important Deadlines
Date of adoption: 27 December 2017.
Entry into force: Upon publication; operationalisation depends on provincial adoption and implementing rules.
Implementation milestones: Determined by implementing instruments and provincial regulatory timelines.
Current Status
In force as the national framework for distributed renewable generation, with updated consolidated text available in official repositories.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Penalties usually arise through:
refusal of connection or disconnection for non-compliant installations.
administrative sanctions by provincial regulators for utilities that breach obligations.
contractual liability and insurance invalidation where safety standards are breached.
enforcement for fraudulent metering or misrepresentation of injections.
Examples of Known Violations
installations operating without the required authorization.
non-certified equipment leading to safety incidents or grid instability.
utilities delaying or discriminating in connection processes without a legal basis.
claims of renewable self-generation are not reconcilable to metering records.
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