Energy Commission Net Metering Code for Connecting Renewable Energy Generating Systems to the Distribution Network in Ghana.

This Net Metering Code in accordance with provisions of the Renewable Energy Act 2011, Act 832 which provides for the development, management, utilisation, sustainability and adequate supply of renewable energy generation of heat and power and for related matters.

Net Metering is a billing related mechanism designed to encourage electricity consumers to supplement their purchase of electricity with grid-connected renewable energy self-generation. Thus, the customer becomes a Customer-generator.

Under the net metering billing mechanism, renewable energy generating facility owners are credited for electricity the facility supplies to the Distribution Utility's network, and this credit is set off against electricity purchased from the Distribution Utility. Download full document here...