G99 Fast Track process

The process for obtaining your generation export MPAN depends on the size of your distributed generation:

• For distributed generation under 30 kilowatts, your supplier will arrange your export MPAN.
• If your distributed generation is greater than 30 kilowatts, the Design Engineer will be able to provide your export MPAN.

The Microgeneration Certificate Scheme (MCS) is an internationally recognised quality assurance scheme, supported by the Department of Energy and Climate Change. It certifies microgeneration technologies that produce heat and electricity from renewable sources.  For more information, please see the Microgeneration Certification Scheme.

Export Limitation Scheme Requirements:-

• No Generation: If you have no generation connected to your residential property, you don't need an Export Limitation Scheme.
• Small Generation (Under 3.68kW): If your total generation capacity is under 3.68kW (common for most domestic solar PV installations), you likely don't need an Export Limitation Scheme. Confirm with your provider if uncertain.
• No Export Intent: If you plan to install generation but don't want to export power to the grid, you'll need an Export Limitation Scheme unless your generation capacity is lower than your minimum demand.
• Adequate Network Capacity: If you plan to export some generated power and there's enough network capacity to accommodate it, you won't need an Export Limitation Scheme.
• Limited Network Capacity: If there's insufficient network capacity for your export, installing an Export Limitation Scheme may be more cost-effective than network reinforcement. It can also speed up your generation connection.
• Safety Measures: Export Limitation Schemes prevent overloading the network, voltage issues, and protect both the network and customer equipment from damage.
• G100: All export limitation schemes must be G100 compliant.

No, whether you are connecting a G98 or G99 compliant scheme, you will need to notify Electricity North West so that we can update our records to capture the generation system you are having installed.  Smaller sized systems are typically more of a notification process.  Larger sized systems require you to apply and Electricity North West will provide you with an offer to connect. 

If you are planning to install a generator or multiple generators, we will need the full technical details of the generation equipment proposed and its location. The connection process varies according to the size of the generation equipment.

For guidance, please use generation and storage web page Generation connections (enwl.co.uk)

Our generation scheme is considered Distributed Generation (DG) when it operates while connected to our distribution network. This is also referred to as 'Embedded Generation.' With DG, you have the option to either use the electricity you generate to lower your reliance on the network, or you can export some or all of it back to our network.

For G98 compliant schemes please send them to G98Notifications@enwl.co.uk

For G99 compliant schemes please send the commissioning documents back to the named Designer on your offer or notification correspondence. 

We need to be notified about each generating unit you install and commission.  Your installer must provide us with an Installation Commissioning Confirmation within 28 days of each generating unit being commissioned.

Once you've planned your project and shared the details with us, your installer should submit an application on your behalf. This application should include technical information about your plant. This information helps us evaluate how your generating plant will affect our network. Following our assessments, we'll outline the conditions for your connection. Your generating plant can then be installed and commissioned in accordance with G99, along with any specific requirements we have.

If your installation follows G99 guidelines, we recommend having your installer complete the appropriate notification form on your behalf.

If your installation follows G98 guidelines, we also recommend having your installer complete the relevant notification form for us. The application should include technical details to help us assess your generating plant's impact on our network. After this assessment, we will specify the connection conditions.

If you're interested in earning money by exporting electricity to the grid, start by checking with your energy supplier to see if they offer an export tariff. In the past, this was known as the Feed-in Tariff, which was a government incentive for encouraging small-scale, low-carbon electricity generation of up to five megawatts. While the Feed-in Tariff is no longer available, some suppliers now offer their own export tariffs.

To apply for an export tariff, most suppliers will require a 'DNO Response.' This is an email confirmation from us, indicating that we have logged your commissioning documents in our system and verified that your system complies with G98/G99 standards. Once you receive this email, you can proceed to apply for an export tariff.

To install an Export Limitation Scheme, follow these steps:

When you apply to connect your new generation with us, include the details of the Export Limitation Scheme as part of your application.

OR

If our design team determines that your project requires an Export Limitation Scheme, we will include this requirement in the connection offer we provide to you.