What agency controls connection to the grid?
Note: Further information requested. Again there is no single answer to this question. HomePower magazine maintains a page for USA residents. I have no specific information about other regions of the world. See also: • 2002/08/17: HomePower: Net Metering (by US State) • SEPA Position Statement • IREC: Connecting to the Grid • IEMO: Ontario [Canada] Electricity Market • SolarExpert: FAQ’s about Residential Grid-Tied Solar Electricity • EPRI: The Electricity Technology Roadmap Initiative 06D) What building approval do I need to add a PV system? Note: Further information requested. Building codes are different all over the place. In some countries there are national codes; in others they are municipal. If you are not an electrician, and happen not to know the local codes, you may find a local House Inspector of some use. The Electrical Wiring FAQ is a good source of information for North America. Note that this question may have bearing on your insurance rates, or in the event of a mishap