Net metering programs compensate on-site generators with energy credits based on the surplus energy it feeds back into utility grids. High West Energy provides the opportunity for our members who have installed their own solar or wind generators at their home or business to enroll in a net metering program. According to Colorado, Nebraska and Wyoming state laws, High West Energy must offer these different incentives for our members with a capacity of no more than 25 kilowatts.
Please ensure that the contact information on the Net Metering Agreement is accurate so we may reach out about performing the functional test.
High West Energy Net Metering Steps
- Please submit the following prior to beginning construction:
- Interconnection/Net Metering Agreement
- One-Line Diagram
- Site-plan
- Placard (if required)
- Photos of meter (visible meter number), meter/combo breaker panel, and interconnection point
- $250.00 Functional test fee (Either mailed or dropped off at the Pine Bluffs or Cheyenne office)
Note: If any upgrades to the members system are required, an estimate will be sent out and must be paid before HWE continues processing the application.
*As of 3/23/2023, all uprates required in Laramie County must have a surge protector installed to meet code requirements from the Laramie County Inspectors. This will be the responsibility of the contractor performing the work on the installation.
2. After receiving approval from HWE construction may begin. Please note that a permit will be required from the appropriate authority having jurisdiction.
3. Upon receiving proof of final inspection from Member/Contractor HWE will:
- Send our crews out to perform the functional test which will include a short outage.
- Reprogram/replace (if necessary) the meter.
- Adjust the billing profile to reflect the Net Metering Status
4. Once that is complete, word will be provided to the main contact or to any other requested parties.
Documentation may be submitted to: netmetering@highwest.coop
Approval, Functional test, Billing set-up and Meter changes are all subject to current availability, work priority, and/or natural events.
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