Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Solar Rooftop Energy Integration
Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) has established clear guidelines for integrating Solar Rooftop Photovoltaic (SRTPV) systems with the grid. These guidelines promote renewable energy adoption and offer flexibility to consumers through various metering options.
Net Metering
Description:
- Energy exported to the grid is subtracted from imported energy to calculate net consumption.
- Consumers are billed for the net energy used or credited for excess energy exported.
Who Can Use It:
- Consumers with sanctioned load up to 500 kW.
Benefits:
- Reduces electricity bills and promotes self-consumption of solar energy.
Net Billing/Feed-in Tariff
Description:
- Energy imported is billed at retail tariffs, while exported energy is credited at feed-in tariffs.
- The net monetary difference determines the bill amount.
Who Can Use It:
- Consumers with capacities up to 1000 kWp.
Benefits:
- Encourages surplus solar energy generation by offering financial credits for the energy exported.
Gross Metering
Description:
- All energy generated by the SRTPV system is exported to the grid and compensated at feed-in tariffs.
- You receive payment at the feed-in tariff for the total energy exported.
Ideal For:
- Consumers with capacities up to 5000 kWp.
Benefits:
- Allows large-scale energy producers to monetise solar power generation.
Group and Virtual Net Metering
Description:
- Group Net Metering: Energy exported by a group’s solar system is proportionally allocated to its members.
- Virtual Net Metering: Allows solar energy generation from a remote location, with credits adjusted in consumer bills.
Who Can Use It:
- Groups or societies with capacities between 5 kWp and 500 kWp.
Benefits:
- Enables shared benefits for groups and remote solar installations.
Eligibility and Capacity Limits
Minimum Capacity: 1 kWp.
Maximum Capacity:
- Net Metering: 500 kWp.
- Net Billing/Feed-in: 1000 kWp.
- Gross Metering: 5000 kWp.
Voltage Levels:
- LT, 240V (Single Phase): Up to 3 kWp.
- LT, 415V (Three Phase): 3 kWp to 75 kWp.
- HT, 11 kV: 76 kWp to 1500 kWp.
- HT, 33 kV: 1501 kWp to 5000 kWp.
- EHT, 132 kV and above: Above 5000 kWp.
Why Choose Andhra Pradesh Solar Rooftop Policies?
Flexible Metering Options
Tailored for residential, commercial, and industrial needs.
Financial Benefits
Lower energy costs or earn revenue through surplus energy exports.
Environment-Friendly
Supports the shift to renewable energy for a sustainable future.
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