Pacific Power (WA)
Net Metering Allowed1
NEM TypeAnnual
Line Taps Allowed1
Load Taps Allowed1
AC Disconnect RequiredYes
Net metering & export
- Net Metering Allowed
- 1
- NEM Type
- Annual
- TOU Utility
- 0
- Post Solar Billing Method
- Net Metering
- Net Excess Generation Notes
If the electricity generated by the Member and distributed back to Avista during the billing period, exceeds the electricity supplied by Avista, then the Member shall be credited for the net excess kilowatt-hours generated during the billing period, with this kilowatt-hour credit appearing on Member’s bill. At the end of the 12 months, unused kWh will be granted to Avista with no compensation to the customer
- Rebates Offered
- 0
- Deregulated
- 0
Interconnection & taps
- Approval Req To Install
- Yes
- Interconnection Level
- 3
- Line Taps Allowed
- 1
- Load Taps Allowed
- 1
- Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
- 0
- Meter Aggregation Allowed
- 1
System size & offset
- System Size Restrictions
- 0
- System Size Restriction Type
- No Restrictions
- System Size Battery Included
- 0
- System Size Includes Existing Systems
- 0
- Offset Type
- Percentage
- Offset Value
- 100
- Offset Calculation Basis
- Historical
- Offset Calculation Period
- 12
- Industry Standard Watts Sqft
- 2
- Offset Calc Tool
- Historical Usage
Metering & disconnect
- Production Meter Required
- No
- AC Disconnect Required
- Yes
- AC Disconnect Labeling
- Visible Lockable Labeled Disconnect
- Allowed Meter Adapter
- ConnectDER,Tesla Backup Switch
Plans & docs
- Site Plan Reqs
Standard - See example uploaded to files
- SLD Reqs
- Electric Service Reqs
AC Disconnect Required
- Two manual-operated, unitized load-break disconnect switches located near the POI are required. The switches shall be used to establish visual-open working clearance for maintenance and repair work in accordance with PacifiCorp rules and practices
- The first switch shall be located on the PacifiCorp side of the meter structure (see Figure C1, MDS1). This switch will be owned, operated, and maintained by PacifiCorp
- The second switch, located on the customer side of the meter structure (see Figure C1, MDS2) will be owned and maintained by the customer and operated by PacifiCorp. PacifiCorp personnel shall inspect and approve the installation before parallel operation is permitted. If the disconnect device is in the Interconnection Customer's substation, it shall be located on the substation dead-end structure. The second switch must be: accessible to PacifiCorp personnel • capable of being locked in the open position • located within sight and within 3 feet of the utility meter or at a PacifiCorp-approved location with acceptable signage at the utility meter indicating the location of the disconnect • chosen from PacifiCorp’s list of approved materials • gang-operated
- Placards
Placard Requirements uploaded to files (Engraved_Placard_Examples.pdf (pacificpower.net))
- Lettering should be 3/8 inches high on all placards
- Placards should have a red background with white lettering
- Sizing may be adjusted to fit Meter Base and AC Disconnect Switch
- Electrical Stamp Required
- 0
- Equipment Approvals
- California Energy Commission
- Meter Num Req SLD 3LD
- 0
- ESID Num Req SLD 3LD
- 0
- Website
- link
Other details
- Revision Required
- 1
- Mod Swap Requires Planset
- 1
- Address ID
- 4265985
- Express Planset Eligible
- Yes