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Posted November 3, 2017 by Nidhi Agrawal in Net Metering

SOLAR NET METERING IN

MAHARASHTRA

About the process, clearances, tenure, etc related to solar power net metering
policies regulated by Mahadiscom in Maharashtra.

Net Metering: Role of MAHADISCOM/ MSEDCL

Net Metering in Maharashtra for rooftop solar PV systems is regulated by
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution/Transmission Company Limited
(MSEDCL) or Mahavitran or Mahadiscom.

Solar power in Maharashtra received a solid boost when the MERC Net-
Metering Policy was approved on September 10th, 2015 by MSEDCL. This policy
nally introduced the concept of net metering in the state. Since its
implementation in January 2016, the policy has encouraged more and more
people to adopt a greener lifestyle.

This article is an attempt by Insolergy to introduce net metering policy in

Maharshtra, India. Insolergy Technologies is one of the top solar energy
companies in Pune.

What is net metering?

A net meter is a device that records the units of electricity drawn and sent to
the utility grid. Net metering allows customers to generate their own power and
reduce their electricity bills at the same time.

For e.g. if your solar plant cannot generate enough electricity to satisfy your
needs, extra power needed can be taken from the main grid and you will just
have to pay for the units taken from the main grid . On the other hand, if you
generate more energy than you require, you can sell the extra units of power
back to the main grid.

Related Post: More about tying solar panels to the grid with and without net
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Net Metering in Maharashtra

According to the MERC Net-Metering Policy, any consumer who aims to install a
solar PV with a capacity less than 1 MW can avail the bene ts of this policy.
Patrons can apply for meters either at the nearest Mahadiscom outpost, or on
their website. Though the price of the PV installation is to be borne by the
patron, the cost to install the meters will be incurred by Mahadiscom.

How does this apply to residential as well as commercial spaces in

Maharashtra?

Net metering for residential and commercial solar users

The residential consumers installing solar PV plants in their premises with the
power generation capacity less than 1 MW to ful l the entire or part of their
electricity requirement are eligible for net metering connection with MSEDCL.

-This includes the housing societies and small commercial setup as well.

– The solar power generation under PPA (Power Purchase Agreement) is also
eligible for net metering.

How to apply for net metering in Maharashtra?

The policy even applies to patrons who are availing solar energy through a PPA
system.

For anyone looking to apply for the net metering technology, they can
download the application form from the Mahadiscom website. The submission
can be done either at the nearest Mahadiscom o ice, or online itself. A
registration fee and documents about the solar power system that you own
must be submitted along with the application form.

Following the submission of your form, a Mahadiscom representative will

conduct a technical check in 15 days to ensure your solar power system is in
compliance with the requirements such as

(i) AC Voltage level at which connectivity is sought

(ii) Sanctioned Load / Contract Demand of the Applicant

(iii) Rated Output AC Voltage of the proposed Roof-top Solar PV System

(iv) Available cumulative capacity of relevant Distribution Transformer

If a system is found to be lacking any of these prerequisites, the o icer is

deemed to provide the patron with at least 15 days more to rectify the faults.
Failure to meet the deadline will result in your application being rejected.

You might be interested in: Solar Subsidy in Maharashtra , Grid-Connected

Solar System and Net Metering

How your application for net metering gets approved

The approvals for each system vary according to their size and output.
Depending on whether your system is Low Tension (LT) or High Tension (HT),
the o icial requirements will also vary. This also a ects the Time of Day (ToD)
tari system, so make sure you consult a professional solar solution provider to
nd out what applies to your speci c area and the rates o ered there.

Systems above 100 kwh are required to be approved by the superintendent

engineer’s o ice.

After all approvals have been granted, the customer and Mahadiscom enter net
metering connection agreement that is valid for 20 years. The customer can
choose to opt out of the agreement before as well.

How to get a grid-connected solar power system

with net metering in Maharashtra?

Insolergy Technologies is a rooftop solar solutions provider in India.

Headquartered in Pune, Insolergy has o ices in Mumbai and Pune. The
company has successfully executed solar installation projects in residential and
commercial segment. Insolergy also facilitates solar nancing. To contact
Insolergy for solar panel installation, leave a message or call
at +919082786504.

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2 COMMENTS

Shan February 28, 2018 REPLY

I’m considering installing solar panels at home. Is net metering

mandatory?

Nidhi Agrawal February 28, 2018 REPLY

Hello Mr. Shan,

You can install a grid-connected solar system with and without
net metering.

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