Steps to Install Net Metering
The steps below outline what you, as the customer, are responsible for when applying to the Net Metering Program. SaskPower and the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) also complete required reviews and installations as part of the process. For a detailed overview of all roles and requirements, refer to the Net Metering Program Guidelines.
| Installation Steps | Party Responsible |
| Review the net metering program details and design your generation system using a Licensed Saskatchewan Electrical Contractor | Customer & Vendor |
| Submit Net Metering application form to SaskPower | Customer & Vendor |
| Submit required information to TSASK | Customer & Vendor |
| Review system and provide electrical permit | TSASK |
| Invoice customer for $315 Interconnection Study Fee | SaskPower |
| Pay $315 Interconnection Study Fee | Customer |
| Conduct interconnection study and provide customer with quote letter and terms and conditions | SaskPower |
| Receive quote package. Sign and return quote letter, Net Metering Terms & Conditions, and provide payment of $498.75 for the Bi-Directional Meter | Customer |
| Submit the electrical permit number from TSASK, to SaskPower. The permit number is required by SaskPower before the bi-directional meter can be installed. | Customer & Vendor |
| Install generation system | Vendor |
| Install bi-directional meter | SaskPower |
| Request electrical inspection | Customer & Vendor |
| Complete electrical inspection | TSASK |
| Energize generation system | Vendor |
*Note: If upgrades to SaskPower’s facilities are required to accommodate the generation system, payment for the bi-directional meter and upgrade charges will be due upon completion of construction.
Connecting to the Power Grid
To install solar panels or other energy resources, you need to connect to our power grid. There are interconnection requirements that your system must meet to be accepted in the program. Ensure your vendor is aware of and has your system designed to meet the requirements as outlined in these documents below:- Generation Interconnection Requirements at Voltage 34.5 kV and Below
- Generation Interconnection Addendum 2024
- Electrical Service Requirements
Program Costs
Learn more about the costs to install solar panels or other energy resources| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Interconnection Study Fee (non-refundable) | $315 (GST included) |
| Electrical Permits and Inspection | You must work with TSASK to meet all their requirements including an electrical permit and inspection. Contact TSASK for cost details. |
| Interconnection Costs | You’re responsible for all costs linked to connecting your project to the SaskPower grid. This includes costs starting at $498.75 (GST included) for the bi-directional meter. You can find all costs in your Quote Letter after the interconnection study is completed. If you have a 120/208V single phase service, please check with us before starting your project. Modifications will be required and there will be extra costs to connect. If you have a larger system, your main power service and/or SaskPower’s transformer size may need to increase. You're responsible for all the upfront costs. These can cost thousands of dollars. Please wait until the interconnection study is finished before committing to your project. |
| System Costs |
You’re responsible for all costs associated with buying and installing your system. This includes:
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Net Metering Credit Rate
Any power that you can’t use in real-time is sent to our power grid, unless a battery is used. You’ll then receive a credit rate of 7.5 cents per kilowatt hour (kWh) until March 31, 2029. We’ll communicate with customers what the program will look like after this date once it’s confirmed.
How Credits Work
Each billing cycle, you’ll receive a credit for the excess power you generated and sent back to our power grid. The excess power is displayed as a dollar credit on your bill.
This is calculated by multiplying your excess generation from that cycle by our current net metering credit rate. Credits earned can only be used to offset your energy charge. You cannot take it as cash.
When you use power from our power grid, you’re charged the retail rate. This is different from the rate you receive for your excess generation. The retail rate covers extra costs such as grid infrastructure and maintenance. This is to ensure reliable power is available for all customers.
Although net metering can help reduce your power bill, it’s important to know that it will not get rid of it. The credits you receive can help offset the electricity charges on your bills.
You can’t use the credits to pay your tax or the basic monthly charge. This covers administrative and maintenance costs and applies to all SaskPower customers. Credits are carried forward for the life of your SaskPower account at that address.
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