Things You Should Know Before Setting Up Your Own
Distributed Energy Resource (DER) System
CONNECTING SOLAR/WIND SYSTEMS
JREC wants to assist cooperative members interested in owning and installing a renewable generation system. If you're a member of Jump River Electric Cooperative and are interested in interconnected solar or wind generation, call us at 715-532-5524 or send an email to jrec@jrec.com before you start your project.
There are rules concerning proper equipment, safety, liability, and metering. Please contact us before you start your project to be sure your plans comply and your project goes smoothly. Review the handouts below for additional information and answers to questions you may have regarding a renewable project.
Questions to Ask a Prospective Solar PV Vendor
Top 10 Considerations Before Installing a Distributed Energy Resource System
Please refer to the Interconnection Requirements of Wisconsin Electric Cooperatives (IRWEC) below for general information, requirements, and equipment certification information.
Members must submit their Distributed Energy Resource (DER) application and application fee prior to starting any work. Jump River Electric Cooperative requires the following paperwork be completed, according to their individual requirements, and received prior to the commissioning of any DER unit: DER application, DER Interconnection Agreement, certificate of insurance (as described within the interconnection agreement), and an affidavit of compliance. Payment of the all applicable fees are also required prior to commissioning.
IRWEC Booklet, DER Application, DER Interconnection Agreement
Tax Credits for Consumers
Their may be tax credits available that can help subsidize the cost of energy-efficient home upgrades including heating, cooling, and water heating. You can look online at www.energystar.gov, www.energy.gov/save, www.energy.gov/home-energy-rebates, or contact your tax professional.
