Green Power Guide

At a glance..

This guide outlines the steps to interconnecting small photovoltaic (PV) systems to the utility grid with the intention of selling electricity to the NC GreenPower Program. It is not a technical guide to the actual installation of a system, but it covers basic issues such as siting, system configuration, cost, financing, and working with your local utility.

The details..

"Guide to Interconnecting Small PV Systems for Participation in NC Green Power" is a comprehensive guide that covers basic issues related to siting, system configuration, cost and financing when installing a solar energy system properly. The book provides an overview of hardware basics such as orientation and sun position along with tilt angle requirements for solar collectors. It also explains how shading affects performance critically than it affects solar thermal collectors.

The authors have provided detailed information on sizing your PV System based on economics: Cost and Incentives including renewable energy tax credits available both residentially and non-residentially. They have explained how one can find contractors who specialize in this field along with permits required by local authorities before installation begins.

Working with utilities is another important aspect covered extensively within this book which includes becoming a qualified small power producer through FERC Form 556 & Rule R1-37 while explaining Direct Grid Tie System or Grid Tie with Battery Backup options available depending upon individual needs. Dispute resolution methods are also discussed if any arise between you and your utility company during installation or operation phases.

Finally, "Guide to Interconnecting Small PV Systems for Participation in NC Green Power" concludes by providing details about participation limits set forth by North Carolina Solar Center's program called 'NC GreenPower'. This section explains billing procedures involved while calculating savings from your installed system using their summary checklist presented at the end.