BC Hydro Net Metering Program
Discover Renewable Energy Solutions with BC Hydro
Lets explore the benefits of Net Metering Program. With a focus on renewable energy, customers can take control of their electricity usage while contributing to a sustainable future for British Columbia. Net metering helps our customer send back all their excess power produced by our precisely designed and efficient solar power-plant and in-turn get credited for the energy sent, which can be used anytime with BC-Hydro.
How It Works
When you generate more electricity than you need, you feed it back to the BC-Hydro grid and get a generation credit towards your future electricity use. When you don't generate enough to meet your needs, you buy it from us.
Understanding the Process:
- Solar Energy Conversion: Solar panels efficiently convert sunlight into direct current (DC) electricity.
- Conversion for Everyday Use: Inverters seamlessly convert DC electricity into alternating current (AC) suitable for homes and businesses.
- Maximizing Energy Usage: Generated electricity powers the premises first, with any surplus seamlessly integrated into BC Hydro's distribution grid.
- Accurate Measurement: Smart meters meticulously track electricity usage from BC Hydro and surplus energy transmitted to the grid.
- Credits and Compensation: Excess generation earns credits toward future bills, with potential compensation for surplus energy on your anniversary date.
Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Participate?
Customers can participate in BC Hydro's Net Metering Program if their electricity generators meet the following criteria:
- Ownership or Lease: Generators must be owned or leased by the customer.
- Connection to Distribution System: Seamless integration into BC Hydro's distribution system is essential.
- Renewable Resource Utilization: Utilize clean and renewable resources as defined by the Clean Energy Act, like a home solar power plant.
- Capacity Limitation: Aggregate nameplate capacity should not exceed 100 kW.
Why Choose BC Hydro's Net Metering Program?
- Environmental Responsibility: Contribute to a sustainable future by embracing renewable energy solutions.
- Cost Savings: Reduce electricity bills through credit accumulation and potential compensation for excess energy.
- Grid Reliability: Enjoy the reliability of BC Hydro's distribution system while maintaining energy independence.
- Supportive Community: Join thousands of customers committed to a greener British Columbia.