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Contracts With Haywood EMC

Check with Haywood EMC on the most recent rates for “Avoided Energy Cost” (Renewable Energy Purchases), as well as the residential cost of energy which is dependent on your purchase agreement with the electric cooperative.

Careful calculation of the costs versus benefit on the investment needs to be considered because of Haywood EMC rates as well as installation costs.

 

How do I proceed to obtain permission to interconnect with Haywood EMC?

Select an electrical contractor:
         Licensed in NC
         Familiar with section 690 of the National Electrical Code
         Certified with NABCEP or equivalent organization
           
Submit an INTERCONNECT application to Haywood EMC.
                                                           
Electrical Contractor obtains an electrical permit from the city or county
           

The owner obtains structural engineering acceptance for roof structure as required by the city or county

The owner will submit an application to NC Green Power for renewable energy credits and selling contract.
           
Electrical Contractor contacts Haywood EMC Customer Service Rep for scheduling an appointment with a HEMC Staking Agent to determine meter location prior to work commencement along with work timeline.
           
Electrical Contractor completes the installation including the solar panels and balance of system components including the meter base

The city or county performs the final inspection.

The electrical contractor completes the Certificate of Completion including the inspector’s signature and submits it to Haywood EMC. See attachment

After receiving the Certificate of Completion, Haywood EMC will schedule the utility connection to the meter base.

Haywood EMC and the electrical contractor will schedule system startup and meter activation for safety testing.

Owner is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repairs of the PV system for safe interconnection with Haywood EMC.

 

Author: William D. Wright, PE
NABCEP - Certified PV Installer
bwright@powerquestglobal.com

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  • About Us
    • About Touchstone Energy
    • Board of Directors
    • Management Team
    • Employment
    • Cooperative Principles
      • Cooperative Difference Video
    • Service Territory Map
    • Together We Save
    • News Posts
  • Member Services
    • Application for Electric Service
    • Capital Credits
      • Frequently Asked Questions
      • Estate Retirements
      • Outstanding Capital Credits
    • Project HEMC
    • Service Rules & Regulations
    • Staking Department
    • Co-op Connections
    • Rate Schedules
      • EV Rates
      • Time Of Day Rates
    • Safety
      • Storm Preparedness
      • Safety Quiz
    • Billing Information
      • Easy Ways to Pay
      • How To Read Your Bill
      • Delinquent Bill Timeline
    • Forms
      • Service Order Form
      • Medical Condition And Equipment Form
    • HOPE Program
    • Smart Meter Energy Usage Data Privacy/Security Advisory
    • Text Outage Alerts
    • Title VI Statement of Non-discrimination
    • Tree Trimming
  • Products
    • Generlink
    • HomeServe Protection Plans
    • Surge Protection Program
    • Generators
      • Generator Loan
    • Heat Pumps
      • Heat Pump/Weatherization Loan
    • Security Lighting
  • Your Community
    • Bright Ideas Grants
    • The Haywood EMC Podcast
    • Carolina Country Magazine
    • TSE Sports Camp Scholarship
    • News
    • TSE Scholarship
    • Youth Tour Application
  • Energy Efficiency
    • Electric Vehicles
    • Whole House Energy Audit
    • CFL Disposal
    • NC GreenPower
    • Together We Save
    • Home Energy Adventure
    • Energy Star Home Advisor
  • Renewable Energy
    • Renewable Energy Site Assessments
      • Solar Site Assessment
      • Hydro Site Assessment
      • Wind Turbine Site Assessment
    • Renewable Rates
      • RGR Rate
      • RGS Rate
    • Solar with Haywood EMC
      • Certificate Of Completion
      • Typical Components Of A Solar Interconnected System
    • Contracts With Haywood EMC
    • Renewable Energy Information
    • Renewable Energy Sources
    • Interconnection With Haywood EMC
      • Interconnect Application