PEA advises consumers to prioritize standards and safety over price when installing solar rooftops.
The Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) has issued guidance for consumers considering solar rooftop installations, emphasizing the importance of standards and safety over mere cost. They recommend thorough checks on system design, equipment certification, and installer qualifications.
This guidance aims to ensure safe and reliable solar energy adoption, protecting consumers from substandard installations. Adhering to these standards is crucial for long-term operational integrity and proper grid integration.
Fast Facts
·Key recommendation: Prioritize standards and safety, not just price.
·System design: Must comply with installation standards.
·Equipment: Use certified solar panels, inverters, wiring, connectors, protective devices, and mounting structures.
·Inverter requirement: Must be standard-compliant, approved, and registered with PEA.
·Installation: Must be done by certified experts with proper documentation.
·Certification: Engineer's signed design approval and professional license (Kor Wor) from the Council of Engineers required.
·Post-installation: System testing and proper connection application with PEA.
·Consumer benefit: Reduces electricity costs, ensures safety and standards.
