Renewable Energy Grid Interconnection Compliance Checklist
This renewable energy grid interconnection compliance checklist ensures compliance with FERC Order 2003 (Large Generator Interconnection Procedures), NERC FAC reliability standards for generation facility interconnections, IEEE 1547 (Standard for Interconnection and Interoperability), and utility-specific Interconnection Agreement (IA) requirements. Designed for renewable energy project interconnection managers and utility liaison teams to verify ongoing compliance with grid connection technical
- Industry: Renewable Energy
- Frequency: Quarterly
- Estimated Time: 2-3 hours
- Role: Interconnection Manager / Electrical Engineer
- Total Items: 30
- Compliance: FERC Order 2003 Large Generator Interconnection Procedures, NERC FAC-001/002 Facility Ratings and Interconnection, IEEE 1547 Interconnection and Interoperability Standard, Utility Interconnection Agreement Technical Requirements, CAISO/PJM/MISO/SPP Tariff Requirements
Technical Interconnection Compliance
Electrical technical requirements.
- Generation export within nameplate/IA-approved capacity?
- Voltage regulation requirements at POI being met?
- Power factor within IA-specified range?
- Frequency response capability per IEEE 1547-2018 active?
- Voltage and frequency ride-through settings verified?
Protection System Compliance
Interconnection protection relay settings.
- Protection relay settings matching IA approved settings?
- Annual protection relay testing completed?
- Relay calibration certificates current?
- Anti-islanding protection functional?
- Relay event reports reviewed for anomalies?
Revenue Metering
Revenue and settlement meter compliance.
- Revenue meter accuracy test current (annual ANSI C12)?
- Revenue meter seals intact?
- Meter data transmitting to ISO/utility settlement system?
- Check meter reading reconciled with revenue meter?
- CT/PT accuracy class meets ANSI C57.13 requirements?
SCADA and Telemetry to Grid Operator
Grid operator real-time telemetry.
- All required telemetry points transmitting to grid operator?
- Telemetry data quality codes normal (no stale or bad data)?
- AGC (Automatic Generation Control) response verified?
- Unit following dispatch schedule within grid operator tolerance?
- Outages reported to grid operator per IA notification requirements?
Operational Coordination
Grid operator coordination and compliance.
- Day-ahead and hour-ahead schedules submitted on time?
- Grid operator curtailment instructions followed?
- Planned outages coordinated per grid operator requirements?
- Emergency contact with grid operator control room current?
- High voltage switching coordinated with utility?
Compliance Reporting
FERC, NERC, and IA compliance reporting.
- NERC FAC standards compliance current?
- Annual IA compliance review completed with utility?
- Facility ratings per NERC FAC-008 documented and submitted?
- Any IA amendments processed for facility changes?
- Interconnection Compliance Notes
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Why Use This Renewable Energy Grid Interconnection Compliance Checklist?
This renewable energy grid interconnection compliance checklist helps renewable energy teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for interconnection manager / electrical engineer professionals, this checklist covers 30 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.
Ensures compliance with FERC Order 2003 Large Generator Interconnection Procedures, NERC FAC-001/002 Facility Ratings and Interconnection, IEEE 1547 Interconnection and Interoperability Standard, Utility Interconnection Agreement Technical Requirements, CAISO/PJM/MISO/SPP Tariff Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Renewable Energy Grid Interconnection Compliance Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 30 inspection items across 6 sections: Technical Interconnection Compliance, Protection System Compliance, Revenue Metering, SCADA and Telemetry to Grid Operator, Operational Coordination, Compliance Reporting. It is designed for renewable energy operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 2-3 hours.
Who should use this Renewable Energy Grid Interconnection Compliance Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Interconnection Manager / Electrical Engineer professionals in the renewable energy industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.