Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 2 November 2006
154 Mr. Kenny asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources if a system for net billing exists for the sale of excess electricity produced from domestic wind turbines into the National Grid; his views on whether such a facility would be beneficial generally; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [35949/06]
View answerRecent analysis undertaken by Sustainable Energy Ireland (SEI) Metering Options for Small Scale Renewable and CHP Electricity Generation has identified a number of areas requiring further work including the ability of such processes to secure adequate payment for their exports, a review of connection standards and processes for smaller generators, and the implications of the Single Electricity Market for small-scale electricity generation.
The CER has also recently launched a public consultation on arrangements for micro generation which covers metering issues.
My Department and all relevant agencies and bodies are working to ensure that the appropriate administrative, technical and safety standards and practices are in place to underpin programmes for the widespread deployment of micro generation technologies. I am confident that appropriate solutions suited to the context of the Irish electricity grid and for non-grid connected technologies will be developed with a view to progressing this emerging sector.
