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Net Metering Explained: How Rooftop Solar Can Reduce Your Electricity Bill
If you are considering rooftop solar, you have probably heard the term net metering.
But what exactly does it mean?
What Is Net Metering?
A grid-connected solar system generates electricity during the day.
When the building consumes electricity, solar power can first serve the building’s electrical loads. If generation exceeds consumption at a particular time, surplus electricity may be exported to the electricity grid, subject to applicable regulations.
The electricity meter records the relevant import and export energy.
Simple Example
Imagine your solar system is generating electricity during the afternoon while your home is using less power.
Instead of allowing surplus generation to go unused, the applicable grid-connected arrangement can allow that electricity to flow toward the grid.
Later, when your solar system is not generating enough electricity, you can draw power from the grid.
The billing mechanism depends on the applicable state/DISCOM regulations.
Why Is Net Metering Important?
Net metering can make rooftop solar more useful because the system does not need to generate exactly the same amount of electricity that your home consumes at every moment.
Flame Solren’s residential solution specifically includes support for net-metering and DISCOM-related processes.
What Happens During the Installation Process?
A typical project involves:
- Site survey
- System design
- Installation
- Electrical inspection
- Required documentation
- Metering/DISCOM process
- System commissioning
- Generation monitoring
Is Every Solar System the Same?
No.
The correct system size depends on your electricity consumption, roof area, shading, electrical infrastructure and applicable regulations.
This is why professional system sizing is important.
Conclusion
Net metering is an important part of many grid-connected rooftop solar projects.
If you’re considering solar for your home, understanding your electricity consumption and the applicable DISCOM process is the first step.
Flame Solren can assist with the solar system design, documentation and net-metering process.