How does the Net Energy Metering program work?
Net Energy Metering (NEM) is a program designed to benefit Southern California Edison (SCE) customers who generate their own electricity using solar, wind, biogas, or fuel cell technology, or a hybrid of these technologies. The NEM program uses a bi-directional meter to track the “net” difference between the amount of electricity you produce and the amount of electricity you consume during each billing period. This can be accomplished on a cumulative basis or on a time-of-use basis, depending upon your rate schedule. As a Residential/Small Commercial NEM customer, you will continue to receive monthly bills, but only for non-energy related charges such as taxes and fees. On an annual basis, you will be billed for electricity based on your net use for the previous year – ie. the amount of electricity you used minus the amount you generated. Large Commercial/Industrial NEM Customers will continue to receive monthly bills which will require payment of the monthly non-energy related charges
Related Questions
- Are there any Incentive Programs available to Customers interconnecting a renewable generator under the Net Energy Metering program?
- Am I eligible to participate in the Net Energy Metering (NEM) Program as well as the Self Generation Incentive Program?
- How are requirements established for net energy metering?
