Connecting to the Grid

Cogeneration
Member-consumers who own qualifying renewable energy facilities may connect to ACEC's power grid, or cogenerate power with the Cooperative, if terms of the cogeneration contract are met.

How it works

• The member-consumer's facility is evaluated for compliance with all of the requirements of our electric tariff and general regulations for such alternative energy producers.
• A meter that measures both kWhs generated and kWhs used is installed.
• The interconnection allows member-consumers to purchase power from ACEC if their electricity needs exceed their facility's generating capacity.

Cogeneration and interconnection contracts (Required documents must be completed before connection will be made)

• Standard Application and Interconnection Agreement (required)
• Certificate of Completion (required)
• Terms and Conditions
• Illustration of Cogeneration Installation
• Electric Tariff

More information

• DG Glossary of Terms
• DG: Myths vs. Facts
• DG: Frequently Asked Questions

Thinking about a solar system?

• Questions to Ask a Solar PV Vendor (this list of questions is also included in DG: Frequently Asked Questions)
• 10 Steps to Take Before Installing Solar
• Community Solar: An Easy Option
• Solar Ownership Options
• Solar Systems: What Size is Right for You?
• Solar Energy: Frequently Asked Questions
• Solar Energy Guide
   

The Iowa Energy Center is an excellent source for information about renewable energy systems.

The Iowa Utilities Board released a Distributed Generation Information Guide for on-site generation. (Jan. 2015)

If you have any questions, contact John Molumby or call (563) 864-7611 or toll free (888) 788-1551.