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Clean Distributed Generation

Distributed Generation Policies:

Standby Rates: National Grid rate B-32

Description: National Grid provides standby service on an entirely demand-based rate. Actual energy usage is billed under a customer’s regular tariff, which is based upon facility size. Billing demand is typically based on the 15 minute maximum monthly demand or 75% of the maximum from the previous 11 months, whichever is higher. Renewable generation is exempt from standby fees. This standby service is viewed as neutral toward CHP.

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National Grid’s Rhode Island rates can be found here
More information about best practices in utility rate design can be found on the EPA’s CHP Partnership website.

Last Updated 08/03/2009

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