Installing a solar electric photovoltaic (PV) system provides you with a clean, renewable source of power that will pay for itself over time, and then continue to save you money by providing some--if not all--of your electricity needs.  Silicon Valley Power offers several resources to assist you in determining whether or not a PV system is right for you, including but not limited to finding a licensed contractor and evaluating bids for quality assurance and pricing.  In addition, below are documents outlining the requirements to interconnect to Silicon Valley Power's electric grid.

• Getting Started - Learn what to look for when considering installation of a PV system.

Interconnection Requirements

• SD 1630 Initial Review Process for Application to Interconnect Generating Facilities
• SD 1631 Engineering & Operating Requirements for the Interconnection of Generating Facilities
• Interconnection Agreement for Generating or Storage Facilities Terms and conditions agreed upon to interconnect to Silicon Valley Power's electric grid