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Jones-Onslow EMC

North Carolina Utility Interconnection & net metering rules
Net Metering Allowed1
NEM TypeMonthly
Line Taps Allowed0
Load Taps Allowed0

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
1
NEM Type
Monthly
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Solar Export Type
Other
Solar Export Rate
0.05
Solar Export Value Notes
$0.05/kWh
Net Excess Generation Notes

Whatever the excess energy is sent back to us, we pay them $0.05/kWh

Rebates Offered
0
Deregulated
0
Allows Standby
0

Interconnection & taps

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

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
20
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
Offset Calc Tool
PV Watts

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
Production Meter Position
N/A
Production Meter Labeling
N/A
Meter Spot Process

Temporary Disconnect Reconnect Process (TDR) Need to call ahead of time so they can check the area. Typically they will be able to go out there before noon.

TDR - Who to

TDR - Applications/Documents Req N/A

TDR - ETA of notice required for request 24 hours

TDR - Who can schedule? Account Holder

TDR - ETA of Utility Scheduling TDR N/A


No transformer upgrades

Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

SLD Reqs

Drawing showing the meter to the system and where the AC Disconnect is located.

Install Reqs

Customer shall install a manual load-break disconnect switch with a clear visible indication of switch position between JOEMC’s electric system and Customer’s DR. The Isolation Device shall be installed as specified in the Interconnection Standard.

Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Website
link
Phone
(910) 353-1940

Other details

Restrict Inspection
1
Revision Required
1
Mod Swap Requires Planset
1
Address ID
177093
Express Planset Eligible
Yes
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Jones-Onslow 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.