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Sumter EMC

Georgia Utility Interconnection & net metering rules
Net Metering Allowed0
Supply Side Taps Allowed0
Line Taps Allowed0
Load Taps Allowed0
AC Disconnect RequiredYes

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
0
TOU Utility
0
Post Solar Billing Method
Export Rate
Solar Export Type
Avoided Cost
Net Excess Generation Notes

The rates paid or credited to the Member Generator for net energy purchased by the Cooperative shall be based upon the Cooperative’s avoided cost of energy. The avoided cost of energy shall be applied monthly at the rate of $0.04055 per kWh.

Rebates Offered
0
Deregulated
0

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Interconnection Level
3
Supply Side Taps Allowed
0
Line Taps Allowed
0
Load Taps Allowed
0
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0
Meter Aggregation Allowed
0

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
10
System Size Restriction Type
AC kW
System Size Battery Included
0
System Size Includes Existing Systems
0
Offset Type
No Restrictions
Offset Value
0
Offset Calculation Period
0
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
System Offset Notes


Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
Production Meter Position
N/A
Production Meter Labeling
N/A
AC Disconnect Required
Yes
AC Disconnect Labeling
Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect
Meter Spot Process

Temporary Disconnect Reconnect Process (TDR) Call the office and make the request.

TDR - Who to Contact Sumter EMC CS

TDR - Applications/Documents Req N/A

TDR - ETA of notice required for request 1 day

TDR - Who can schedule? Does not matter

TDR - ETA of Utility Scheduling TDR 1 day

Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

SLD Reqs


Install Reqs

The Member Generator must install a UL approved, visible load break Isolation Disconnect Switch, per NEC Article 705 and additional requirements as set by the Cooperative and stated below, at the Member Generator's expense. In all cases, the Member Generator shall pay the full cost of the installation of the Isolation Disconnect Switch

2. The Isolation Disconnect Switch will be, at all times, readily accessible to the Cooperative's personnel, and in a location acceptable to both the Member Generator and the Cooperative.

3. The Isolation Disconnect Switch shall be capable of being secured in an open position by a lock owned by the Cooperative. If the Cooperative has locked the Isolation Disconnect Switch open, the Member Generator shall not operate or close the Isolation Disconnect Switch.

Electrical Stamp Required
0
Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
0
ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
0
Rate Schedule Link
link
Website
link
Phone
(229) 924-8041

Other details

Restrict Inspection
0
Address ID
209383
Express Planset Eligible
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Sumter EMC before you rely on this. The useful move: if an installer says you need a main panel upgrade, ask how these tap and interconnection policies were considered first.