Grid Access Process for Generators
Grid Access Process for Generators
For any queries related to grid access please contact Wolfgang Bohmer at BohmerW@eskom.co.za
Introduction
IPPs that wish to connect to Eskom's network will be required to apply for a connection, pay a connection charge and sign a connection and use-of-system agreement.
IPPs will be provided non-discriminatory access to Eskom's network. This access is, however, subject the the IPP obtaining its required approvals such as EIA's and a generating and trading licence from NERSA.
To find out more about the application process, please refer to the next section
Process guide for the IPP grid application
Follow this guide to connect a generator to the Eskom Network:
- General information
- Application for connection
- Cost estimate letter
- Budget quote
- Connection and use of system agreement
- Connection works
- Connection Charges
- Technical standards
Click here for the full version of the application process.
Schedule of standard prices
A national framework for the use of system charges applicable to generators is in the process of being developed by the National Enegy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA). Currently Eskom charges service and administration charges.
Click here fot the 2011/12 schedule of standard prices, which will be amended once the national framework is approved by NERSA.
Wheeling of energy
Click here for a presentation that sets out the Eskom approach to wheeling of energy.
Selling energy to Eskom
Click here for more information.
Forms
IPP Grid Application Form (Version 6)
Standards
Distribution Standard for the Interconnection of Embedded Generation
Click here for the 2011/12 tariff book.
