FESCO Net Metering / Green Meter
FESCO Net Metering, also called the Green Meter system, allows consumers to make their own electricity through solar panels or wind systems and send the extra electricity back to the national grid. This helps in reducing electricity bills, and when exported units are more than the imported ones, the bill becomes credit instead of debit.
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How FESCO Net Metering Works?
The Green Meter keeps a record of both imported and exported units. At the end of the month, the difference between the two decides your bill. If exported units are higher, the bill becomes credit, and you don’t have to pay anything. If imported units are higher, the bill becomes payable.
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How to Apply for FESCO Net Metering
Active FESCO Connection
You must have an active connection with a billing history. If you need a new connection, you can apply online.
Install a Solar System
Your solar system should have equal or higher capacity than your electricity usage.
Choose a Registered Solar Company
Select a company registered with AEDB. This company will submit your Green Meter application.
Submit Required Documents
The company prepares your application under SRO 892(1) 2015. They will ask for your CNIC and latest electricity bill.
FESCO Inspection
A FESCO team visits your site to check the solar system, inverter quality, and installation. If everything is correct, FESCO issues an NOC.
Sign Agreement with FESCO
After receiving the NOC, you sign a 3-year agreement with FESCO allowing you to sell electricity to the national grid.
NEPRA Generation License
Your application goes to NEPRA for verification. NEPRA issues a generation license if everything is correct.
Green Meter Installation
FESCO installs a green-colored 3-phase meter. Once installed, your net metering becomes active.
Meter Reading
Every month, the meter reader notes four readings that show how much electricity you imported and exported during peak and off-peak hours. These readings help calculate the final bill.
How is FESCO Net Bill Calculated?
Since solar systems produce more energy during off-peak hours, most consumers export units at night. For example, if 50 units are imported and 400 are exported, the result is credit. You can import units during peak hours, when the system does not produce anything.If you import 150 units and export none, then these units become payable.
At the end, the off-peak and peak results are compared. If the overall amount is still in credit, you don’t pay anything. If the final amount is debit, you pay according to the units used. The government can change the tariff anytime, so the exact bill may vary.
Benefits of FESCO Net Metering
FESCO Net metering reduces electricity bills because you produce your own power. Solar systems run for many years and give a good return because they save a lot on monthly bills. Consumers also get relief from loadshedding as they generate their own electricity during the day, and batteries can help during the night. This system is also helpful for the environment because it avoids pollution and reduces pressure on the national grid. As solar demand increases, more job opportunities and business activities also grow.
Eligibility for FESCO Net Metering
To apply for FESCO net metering, the consumer must have a registered FESCO connection and a clear payment history. The rooftop must have enough space for solar panels, and the system size should not be greater than the sanctioned load. This system is available for residential users, commercial setups, and housing societies. Usually, the entire process takes around eight to twelve weeks.
Conclusion
FESCO Net Metering system helps consumers lower their electricity bills and gives them the chance to produce their own clean power. Extra electricity can be sold to the national grid, which provides financial relief and reduces loadshedding. It also supports environmental protection and stability in the national grid.
