The Grays Harbor Public Utility District offers a metering and billing program that allows customers to use solar and wind energy systems for their home or business. Working with the PUD and a selected contractor, customers are able to install small generation systems which are connected to their meter and the PUD’s electricity distribution system.
For more information on the PUD net metering program, contact the PUD Engineering Department at (800) 562-7726 or (360) 532-4220.
WHAT IS NET METERING?
In addition to providing clean and renewable energy for your home or business, there are times that your generation system may produce more electricity than is needed. At that time, the excess electricity is transmitted into the PUD’s electricity grid through the utility approved interconnection system. This system will record the amount of energy flowing from the home and business and will be credited to the customer PUD account, reducing your home or business energy bill.
When you enter into a net metering arrangement with the Grays Harbor PUD, the utility will continue to read your meter and you will receive bills for energy used and utility services. If you use more energy than your home generates, you are a net consumer and the net consumption appears on your bill.
CUSTOMER COSTS
Net metering customers are responsible for the payment for and installation of the home solar unit. Please do thorough research before selecting a contractor to ensure that you make the choice that best fits your home and business needs.
When you enter into a net metering arrangement with the Grays Harbor PUD, you will be charged a non-refundable application fee. In addition, there may be additional costs for services and equipment such as testing, transformers, and meters.
STATE FINANCIAL INCENTIVES PROGRAM
For the latest information about financial incentive programs, please learn about the Renewable Energy System Incentive Program offered by the State of Washington.
RELATED DOCUMENTS
For applications and related documents, please contact the PUD Engineering Departments (see contact information above).