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Wisconsin Utility Interconnection & net metering rules

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Net Metering AllowedYes
Line Taps AllowedNo
Load Taps AllowedNo

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
Yes
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Net Excess Generation Notes

All kWh used/generated per month at $0.0622

Rebates Offered
No

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Line Taps Allowed
No
Load Taps Allowed
No
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0

System size & offset

System Size Restrictions
20
System Size Restriction Type
DC kW
System Size Battery Included
No
System Size Includes Existing Systems
No
Offset Type
No Restrictions
Offset Value
0
Offset Calculation Period
0
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2
System Offset Notes
System size capped at 20 kW.

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
Production Meter Position
N/A
Production Meter Labeling
N/A
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs
For all categories, the applicant shall include with the application a site plan that shows the location of the interconnection disconnect switch, adjoining street name, and the street address of the DG facility. For Category 2, 3, or 4 DG facilities, the site plan shall show the location of major equipment, electric service entrance, electric meter, interconnection disconnect switch, and interface equipment
SLD Reqs
The applicant shall include a one−line schematic diagram
with the completed standard application form. ANSI symbols
shall be used in the one−line schematic diagram to show the fol-
lowing:
(a) Generator or inverter.
(b) Point where the DG facility is electrically connected to the
customer’s electrical system.
(c) Point of common coupling.
(d) Lockable interconnection disconnect switch.
(e) Method of grounding, including generator and transformer
ground connections.
(f) Protection functions and systems.
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Phone
(715) 463-5371
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with NWECO - Northwestern Wisconsin Electric Company before you rely on this. The useful move: if an installer says you need a main panel upgrade, ask how these tap and interconnection policies were considered first.