Micro-Generation Grid Connection Offer
What is this licence?
Micro-generation is a source of electrical energy, operating in parallel with ESB Networks LV System. It is rated up to and including:
- 25 amperes (≈6kVA) at low voltage (230 volts) when the connection is single phase
- 16 amperes(≈11kVA) at low voltage (230/400 volt) when the connection is three-phase
You'll need to apply to connect to the electricity grid. To familiarise yourself with the process, please read the following document:
When do I need it?
You will need it for the scales mentioned above with the following list of technologies:
- Wind power
- Solar
- Small hydroelectric
- Micro combined heat and power (CHP)
- Combined renewable micro-generator and storage systems
How to apply
Call 1800 372 757 to request a copy or download the application form on the ESBN's website:
Then either email the form to [email protected] or post it to:
ESB Networks DAC
NC6 Microgen Notifications
New Connections
Sarsfield Road
Wilton
Cork
T12E 367
If you installed micro-generation previously but did not submit the NC6 Notification Form at the time, please read the EBS's page on the Retrospective Micro-Generation Registration Process.