Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Connections Review
Case number
EB-2019-0207, EB-2021-0117
Détails
The OEB is commencing an initiative to review its requirements in regard to the connection of distributed energy resources (DERs) by licensed electricity distributors. The purpose of this initiative is to identify any barriers to the connection of DERs, and where appropriate to standardize and improve the connection process. The review will be focused on connection of electricity generation, storage and electric vehicle charging facilities connected to the distribution system, either in front of or behind the distributor's meter.
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Updates
Mises à jour
Date
Issue / Document
7 mars 2023
The OEB has issued the final Notice of Amendments to the Distribution System Code regarding the connection of distributed energy resources (DERs) to local electricity distribution systems. The amendments are intended to provide further clarity and consistency in the process for connecting a DER. These amendments come into force on June 7, 2023.
Notice of Amendments Appendix A — Comparison Version to Existing Code (included in Notice) Appendix B — “Clean” Version (included in Notice)
7 mars 2023
The OEB is making changes to the Reporting and Record-keeping Requirements (RRR) for electricity distributors as part of its ongoing Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Connections Review initiative. These RRR amendments will provide insight into the progress of Ontario’s energy transition.
26 janvier 2023
The OEB has received comments from the following stakeholders on the proposed amendments that were issued on January 5, 2023:
5 janvier 2023
The OEB has issued a Notice of Proposal to amend the Distribution System Code to provide further clarity and consistency in the process for connecting a distributed energy resource to an electricity distributor’s system. Anyone interested in providing written comments on the proposed amendments is invited to submit them by January 26, 2023.
1 octobre 2022
The Distribution System Code (DSC) has been updated with the Amendments that came into force on October 1, 2022. The DSC and Related Documents, including the DER Connection Procedures, are available on the DSC landing page.
30 juin 2022
The OEB has updated the Distribution System Code (DSC) to include code amendments, shown in grey, regarding the connection of distributed energy resources (DERs) to electricity distribution systems that will come into force October 1, 2022. The DER Connection Procedures (DERCP), along with editable template forms are posted below. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the DSC, DERCP or the forms, please contact IndustryRelations@oeb.ca . Please note that, as of October 1, 2022, these files can now be accessed from the DSC landing page.
22 mars 2022
The OEB has issued the final Notice of Amendments to the Distribution System Code regarding the connection of distributed energy resources (DERs) to local electricity distribution systems. The amendments are intended to improve connection timelines and provide clarity and consistency in the process for connecting a DER. These amendments come into force on October 1, 2022.
20 décembre 2021
The OEB has issued a Notice of Revised Proposal to Amend the Distribution System Code regarding connection of distributed energy resources (DERs) to local electricity distribution systems. The proposed amendments reflect stakeholder comments received on the proposed amendments that were issued on August 6, 2021, and are intended to improve connection timelines and provide clarity and consistency in the process for connecting a DER. Comments are due by January 21, 2022 .
13 septembre 2021
The OEB has issued a letter re: Request for Extension of Deadline for Submissions on Proposed Distribution System Code Amendments.
6 août 2021
The OEB has issued a Notice of Proposal to Amend the Distribution System Code regarding connection of distributed energy resources (DERs) to local electricity distribution systems. The proposed amendments, which have been developed based on input from the OEB’s DER Connections Review Working Group, are intended to improve connection timelines and provide clarity and consistency in the process for connecting a generation or storage DER.Comments due September 16, 2021 .
26 novembre 2020
The OEB has issued two letters providing guidance to distributors to support the efficient and timely connection of customers with Distributed Energy Resources (DER) projects. The letters reflect recommendations and advice from the DER Connections Review Working Group. One of the letters provides clarity on the information that should be exchanged between DER proponents and distributors at the preliminary consultation stage of a DER connection project. This information will assist proponents in determining if it is feasible to proceed to the connection impact assessment stage of their project. The second letter provides information for distributors to aid discussions with prospective DER proponents in relation to a sample protection philosophy for use with connection projects intended for self-supply that use non-exporting, inverter-based technologies.
26 novembre 2019
The OEB has issued a letter to provide stakeholders with further details about the working group and logistics for the initial meeting.
18 novembre 2019
The OEB has issued a letter that provides a summary of stakeholder comments and outlines the next steps in the consultation.
17 septembre 2019
The OEB has received the following comments from stakeholders:
13 août 2019
The OEB is commencing an initiative to review its requirements in regard to the connection of distributed energy resources (DERs) by licensed electricity distributors. The OEB has issued a letter with proposed approach and issues to be considered. The OEB is inviting stakeholders to comment.
Working Group
Date
Issue / Document
4 octobre 2022
Tranche 4 - Meeting #2
22 août 2022
Tranche 4 - Meeting #1
2 mai 2022
Tranche 3 - Meeting #3
28 septembre 2021
Tranche 3 - Meeting #2
16 août 2021
Tranche 3 - Meeting #1:
16 février 2021
Tranche 2 - Meeting #3:
8 décembre 2020
Tranche 2 - Meeting #2:
26 mai 2020
Tranche 2 - Meeting #1:
25 mars 2020
Tranche 1 - Meeting #3:
16 décembre 2019
Tranche 1 - Meeting #2:
4 décembre 2019
Tranche 1 - Meeting #1:
Cost Award Matters
Questions relatives à l'allocation des frais
Date
Issue / Document
12 juin 2023
The OEB has issued a Decision and Order on Cost Awards for this initiative.
13 avril 2023
The OEB has issued a Notice of Hearing for Cost Awards.
14 février 2022
The OEB has issued a Notice of Hearing for Cost Awards.
3 septembre 2021
The OEB has issued a Decision on Cost Eligibility for the Proposed Amendments to the Distribution System Code.
13 janvier 2020
The OEB has issued a Supplemental Decision on Cost Eligibility for this initiative.
23 septembre 2019
The OEB has issued a Supplemental Decision on Cost Eligibility for this initiative.
13 septembre 2019
The OEB has issued a Supplemental Decision on Cost Eligibility for this initiative.
10 septembre 2019
The OEB has issued a Decision on Cost Eligibility for this initiative.
