Distributed Resource Interconnection Procedures

For customers wanting to generate up to 10 megawatts (MW) of electricity and interconnect to the Manitoba Hydro distribution system at voltages of 25 kV or less, follow the guidelines and registration forms steps below:

• Review Manitoba Hydro’s Distributed Resource Interconnection Guideline document, DRG2003 to ensure that the technical requirements are met.
• Review Manitoba Hydro’s Distributed Resource Interconnection Procedures document for the interconnection study fees and interconnection and operating agreements.
• Complete the Distributed Resource Interconnection Request form.
• If plans include producing excess energy to flow back to the utility for a credit on hydro bill or export energy for sale, a Power Purchase Agreement with Manitoba Hydro must also be signed. This agreement will be supplied to customer by Manitoba Hydro at a later date.
• Customers generating 10 kW or less must sign Registration form for 10 kW or less.

Note of caution: Manitoba Hydro’s experience shows that smaller power projects can be costly to set up and operate. Customers are encouraged to evaluate the amount of energy you expect to produce and the economics of the project to determine your overall cost of electricity.