For connections at LV, rated up to and including 25A (~6kW) at low voltage [230 volts] for single-phase connections or 16A (~11kW) at low voltage [230/400 volt] for three-phase connections.
For connections with an installed generation capacity between 25A (~6kVA) and 72A (~17kVA) for single-phase connections and between 16A (~11kVA) and 72A (~50kVA) for three-phase connections.
For inverter-connected installed capacity greater than Mini-Generation (17kVA Single Phase/50kVA Three Phase) and up to 200kVA or for synchronous installed capacity greater than micro-generation thresholds and up to 200kVA.
Onshore large scale generation applications greater than 200kVA (including community-led projects) are processed through the Electricity Connection Policy – Generation and System Services (ECP-GSS) process.
Non-exporting generators, operate in parallel with the electricity distribution system. Such generators cannot be used to supply or sell electricity via the national grid.
Standby generators are used by businesses that require emergency generation. They cannot be used to export or sell electricity onto the electricity network. In addition, they cannot operate in parallel with the electricity network.
The ECP process for grid connection applications is the current pathway for generators, storage, and other system services technology projects to connect to the electricity system. Find useful information and digital tools to guide you through the ECP-2 process.
Learn more about the application processTo ensure that a generator is installed by a registered electrical contractor to Safe Electric standards, and that it complies with all governing regulations.