Distributed Generation with Capacity for 10 Kilowatts or Greater

The following information applies to customers who generate their own electricity on-site via a small scale generator (10 kilowatts or less) which is, or can be, connected to MainPower's electricity network.

Step 1: Read the following documentation thoroughly

• Distributed Generation Policy (>10kW)
• Network Connections Standards

Step 2: Fill in the following forms

• Initial Application Form
• Technical Specifications Form

Step 3: MainPower will contact you to acknowledge your application and to discuss any further information or design work that may be required.

Step 4: Submit your final application for connection to the MainPower network

• Final Application Form - please apply by written correspondence including all requested information

Step 5: Once your final application is approved you will need to send MainPower your notice to proceed in writing.

Step 6: MainPower will contact you to formalise your connection agreement and once signed will then give you approval to proceed with the connection.

• Regulated Terms (Connection Agreement)

Step 7: Connect your distributed generation system.