Distributed Generation – Removing Barriers and Interconnection Standards
The content that follows was originally published on the Institute for Local Self-Reliance website at http://www.ilsr.org/distributed-generation-removing-barriers-and-interconnection-standards/In the early 20th century electricity generation and transmission technologies supported the idea that "big is better." As a result, regulatory rules encouraged the construction of centralized power plants and long distribution lines. In the 1990s the technological dynamic was reversed. Small power plants located closer to the customer were become increasingly competitive. This has occurred at the same time as most states, many cities, and the U.S. Congress are rewriting the rules that govern our electricity system. These interconnection rules (i.e. codes, standards, regulations, statutes) will encourage electricity customers to also become electricity producers. Continue reading
