| Implementing Sector | Utility |
|---|---|
| Category | Regulatory Policy |
| State | North Carolina |
| Incentive Type | Net Metering |
| Web Site | https://www.blueridgeenergy.com/powerful-solutions/renewable-energy-systems/renewable-energy-rate-options |
| Utilities | Blue Ridge Elec Member Corp |
| Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies | Solar Photovoltaics, Wind (Small), Hydroelectric (Small) |
| Applicable Sectors | Residential |
| Applicable Utilities | Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation |
| System Capacity Limit | 25 kilowatts |
| Aggregate Capacity Limit | None |
| Net Excess Generation | Net excess generation is credited at the retail rate. However, the retail rate for net metering customers is lower than the retail rate for general residential customers. Credits roll over month-to month. |
| Ownership of Renewable Energy Credits | Utility owns RECs |
| Meter Aggregation | Not allowed |
The Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation offers net metering to its residential customers with solar photovoltaic, wind, or micro-hydro generators up to 25 kilowatts. There is no aggregate capacity limit.
Net excess generation is credited at retail rate. However, net metering customers are not served on the general residential rate tariff; net metering customers have a lower retail energy rate and higher grid service charge than general residential customers. Net metering customers also have a higher minimum bill than general residential customers. Excess credit rolls over month-to-month. Any net excess generation remaining on May 31 of each year will be paid to the customer at the current net billing rider credit rate.
| Name | Blue Ridge EMC Schedule R-NM |
|---|---|
| Date Enacted | 04/30/2015 |
| Effective Date | 05/04/2015 |
