What is Domestic Distributed Generation?
Electricity can be made alternatively using technologies such as Solar Panels or Wind Turbines. These technologies are suitable for use in some homes, and are called Small Scale Electricity Generation (SSEG) or, more commonly, Distributed Generation (DG).
How does it work?
Wind Turbines make electricity like a bicycle dynamo. Solar Panels convert sunlight directly into electricity. A device called an inverter, connect the Solar Panels or Wind Turbines to the main wiring in the house.
How do I get it installed?
To make sure that installations are safe and comply with all of the regulations, only accredited companies are allowed to install SSEG. The Energy Saving Trust has a list of installers on their website.
Will my Generator work during a power cut?
To make sure that installations are safe and comply with all of the regulations, only accredited companies are allowed to install SSEG. The Energy Saving Trust has a list of installers on their website.
Will my Generator work during a power cut?
No, your generations inverter is connected to your houses main wiring. This wiring is connected to the cables which supply your home, and also your neighbours. If a power cut occurs the inverter would be damaged if it attempted to supply your neighbours who are also connected to it. To protect itself, it switches itself off until after the mains supply has been restored.
For more information on Distributed Generation, visit our Distributed Energy Resources page.
