Renewable Energy and Net Metering

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Net Metering

Customers wanting to participate in Richland Energy Services (RES) Net Metering Program must follow these steps:

Applicant must review the Net Metering Instructions prior to completing a Renewable Energy Application.
The applicants must pay the Net Metering Application Fee of $150 prior to submitting the application.
1. To pay the application fee:
  1. Register or log in using your email address on the City of Richland Permit Portal.
  2. Email the City Permitting department permittech@richlandwa.gov and request a net metering fee invoice.
  3. The permitting department will provide an invoice number.
  4. Enter the invoice number under the "Pay Invoice" tab on the City of Richland Permit Portal.
  5. Save the Paid Invoice summary receipt. This receipt is a required attachment during application submission.
Fill out and submit the Renewable Energy Application and attach the Paid Invoice Summary receipt, racking system cut sheets, site plan, and one-line diagram when prompted.
The applicant will receive a confirmation email indicating the application has been successfully submitted, along with a link to check the application status.
The property owner/homeowner will receive an email notification to sign the application.
Once the homeowner signs the application, the application is forwarded to a City Engineer for review and approval of the proposed design and metering system.
Net Metering customers will receive a separate monthly electricity bill with the net metering generation credit, if applicable.

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