12-30-2007, 02:36 AM
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Originally posted by Wegian
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elaborate on "net metering"...experience with HE? ...batteries ...special wiring considerations ... warning/suggestions for somebody who may be considering installing a net metering system
"Net metering": we use electricity; when our PV is making less than we are using, the difference comes from HELCO grid; when our PV is making the more than we are using, the difference goes on to the grid.
We are 'credited' for what our PV puts on the grid and our bill reduced by that much. There is an annual credit reconciliation.
No batteries. But, no power when the grid goes down either (we expect to put up a separate back-up system to take care of this).
HELCO has no option but to cooperate (it's the law). They seemed like they were on a steep learning curve in dealing with customers producing their own power, but time may resolve that.
James Weatherford, Ph.D.
15-1888 Hialoa
Hawaiian Paradise Park