Abstract
Distributed power is modular electric generation or storage located close to the point of use. Based on interviews of distributed generation project proponents, this report reviews the barriers that distributed generators of electricity are encountering when attempting to interconnect to the electrical grid. Descriptions of 26 of 65 case studies are included in the report. The survey found andthe report describes a wide range of technical, business-practice, and regulatory barriers to interconnection. An action plan for reducing the impact of these barriers is also included.
Original language | American English |
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Number of pages | 88 |
State | Published - 2000 |
Bibliographical note
Work performed by Competitive Utility Strategies, Doylestown, Pennsylvania and Kelso Starrs & Associates, Vashon, WashingtonNREL Publication Number
- NREL/SR-200-28053