Net Metering Overview

SECPA's Net Metering Policy allows operators of small generation systems (25 kilowatts or less) to feed their power into the electric grid and spin their meters backwards.

The member's meter can spin backwards up to the point where a member's monthly generation offsets all their monthly usage. Beyond this point, the member is credited at SECPA's average wholesale cost.

This policy may eliminate the need for members to integrate costly batteries into their system; it values member generation at a higher rate and helps to ensure a safe installation for both the customer and utility workers.

Net Metering details:

1. One electric meter allowed to "spin backwards" per location.
2. Customer's generation must be intended to offset part or all of their electrical energy needs at that location.
3. Net excess generation carried over from one month to the next (banked).
4. If credit exists at the end of the year, a check or bill credit is issued.
5. For residential renewable systems of not more than 10 kilowatts
6. For non residential renewable systems of not more than 25 kilowatts.

For more information, contact SECPA's Jack Wolfe at 719-384-2551 or renewable@secpa.com