Connecting embedded generation

If an embedded generator has a capacity less than 30 kW (10 kW per phase) it’s a ‘micro’ embedded generator. Rooftop solar panels are an example of this. Most micro-generators are configured to sell electricity to a retailer via the network.

To connect a micro embedded generator

In you are installing rooftop solar or other micro embedded generating capacity then follow the steps in 'Getting Connected' to connect or modify your connection. You can find out more about installing solar and batteries here.

An embedded generator with a capacity of between 30 kW and 5MW is a ‘non-micro’ embedded generator. Most non-micro generators are configured to sell electricity to a retailer via the network.

Also, it is not registered with AEMO which means that you don’t intend to sell the electricity it generates on the National Energy Market, rather you sell it to an electricity retailer.

To connect a non-micro embedded generator

There are legal, technical and safety issues to be aware of if you want to install a non-micro embedded generator.

For more detailed information refer to:Non-micro Embedded Generation Information. To apply to connect a non-micro embedded generator visit 'Apply for a Connection' to complete a Preliminary Enquiry.

A registered embedded generator is one that is registered with AEMO to trade electricity on the National Energy Market. So the electricity it generates is exported to the network, but not sold directly to a retailer.

Most registered generators have a capacity of at least 5 MW, but smaller generators can be registered with AEMO.

To connect a registered embedded generator

There are legal, technical and safety issues to be aware of if you want to install a non-micro embedded generator.

For more detailed information refer to:Registered Embedded Generators Information. To apply to connect a non-micro embedded generator visit 'Apply for a Connection' to complete a preliminary enquiry.