Establish a connection using Embedded Generator (over 30kW)
Generators that are connected to the distribution network and do not have direct access to the transmission network are termed as Embedded Generators or Distributed Generators.
Embedded generators that are currently connected to the Energex network vary widely in type and size. Most are solar photo-voltaic (PV) generators connected to Energex and are typically less than 10 kilowatts in size. Others are co-generation plants, diesel units or large scale solar photo-voltaic (PV) generators that range from 30 kW to up to a few megawatts in size and better serve the needs of Energex's commercial and industrial customers. A very few embedded generator connections currently connected in Energex are larger than 5 megawatts and they sell the electricity generated directly to a single large consumer or into the National Electricity Market.
Energex supports customers wishing to connect embedded generators to the electricity distribution network across South East Queensland.
Process for connections 30kW up to 5000kW
These generators consist of cogeneration plants, landfill gas, solar photo-voltaic type ranging from 30 kW up to 5000 kW.
For these connections, an Enquiry must be submitted to Energex. Your electrical contractor can complete an Enquiry through the Electrical Partners Portal on your behalf. Energex will conduct the necessary network investigations and provide an indicative estimate of potential costs and timeframes for you to make an informed decision. If your electrical contractor is unable to complete this form on your behalf, you can create the Enquiry through the Customer Portal.
| Document name | Last updated | |
|---|---|---|
| Approved Protection Relays (STD00233) | 345.8 KB | 30 Jan 2017 |
| Customer Standard for Parallel Embedded Generation Via Inverters 30KW-1000kW (STD00233) | 747.0 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Customer Standards for Embedded Generators 30kW to 5000kW (STD00657) | 1.4 MB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Guide to Lodging PV IES 30 to 150kW Applications (Form 9058) | 50.6 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Information Pack Connecting Embedded Generation 30kW to 5000kW | 547.6 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Model Connection Agreement Chapter 5A .pdf | 720.1 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Network Connection Application Request to Connect Embedded Generation (Form 1060) | 233.4 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Register of Completed Embedded Generation Projects | 707.8 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Request for Embedded Generation Assessment Fee (Form 1524) | 516.5 KB | 16 Aug 2016 |
| RPEQ for PV IES Projects (Form 1733) | 128.5 KB | 25 Nov 2016 |
Process for connections 5000 kW and above
With intention to reduce barriers to the connection of embedded generators(size greater than 5MW) to distribution networks, the Australian Energy Market Commission(AEMC) introduced a new connection process with well-defined timeframes including additional supporting information assisting the embedded generator proponents in making informed connection decisions.
| Document name | Last updated | |
|---|---|---|
| Information Pack Embedded Generation 5MW and Above | 619.0 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Model Connection Agreement greater than 5MW | 984.1 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Register of Completed Embedded Generators 5MW and Above | 707.8 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
| Request for Generator Information (Form 1551) | 295.9 KB | 16 Aug 2016 |
| Standard for Embedded Generation 5MW and Above (STD01188) | 583.6 KB | 23 Nov 2016 |
Joint Standard for Connection of Embedded Generating Systems (>30kW to 1,500 kW)
Ergon Energy and Energex are developing joint Standards for the connection to our networks of embedded generating systems greater than 30 kW and up to 5 MW: one Standard for systems being connected to low voltage networks (up to 1,500 kW) and a second for systems being connected to high voltage networks (up to 5 MW).
As a first phase, we are pleased to release for comment a draft joint Standard for Connection of Embedded Generating Systems (>30 kW to 1,500 kW) to a Distributor’s LV Network. You can make your submissions to solarstandard@energex.com.au until midnight Wednesday 24 May.
In the second phase, the draft Standard for Connection of Embedded Generating Systems (>30 kW to 5 MW) to a Distributor’s High Voltage Network is scheduled to be released for comment in June 2017.