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microFIT Program review under way

The microFIT Program review was announced on October 31. Consultations will continue until December 14, 2011.  More information can be found here.

During this period, microFIT applications will continue to be accepted and time-stamped, but they will not be processed until the new version of the Rules and pricing schedule are available. Please click here for more information.

Rule change for new microFIT applications

The OPA has made a rule change that applies to all microFIT applications submitted on or after December 8, 2010. Applicants will need to obtain an offer to connect from their local distribution company before the OPA issues a microFIT conditional offer of contract. For more information, click here.

As a reminder, if you have submitted a microFIT application, it is very important for you to speak to your local distribution company about connecting your project to the grid before proceeding with your project. For more information, click here.

Generate Power…and Money

Consider the benefits of generating green energy from renewable sources such as the sun, wind, water or bioenergy, and selling it for a guaranteed price. You can be part of Ontario’s growing green energy movement, make money and contribute to a cleaner environment.  

If you are a homeowner or an eligible participant, you have the opportunity to develop a very small or “micro” renewable electricity generation project (10 kilowatts or less in size) on your property. Under the microFIT Program, you will be paid a guaranteed price for all the electricity your project produces for at least 20 years.  

For an overview of the program, click here.

For a summary of what you should know and helpful checklists of questions you should ask when you are developing your microFIT project, click here.

How to participate

Once you've selected your renewable energy technology and developed a project plan, signing up for the microFIT Program is straightforward. You apply online, there’s minimal paperwork – and there’s no application fee. 

There are three key steps involved in participating in the microFIT Program:

Step 1: Submit an application and receive conditional offer

Step 2: Build and connect your project

Step 3: Accept your contract