Regulatory Framework for Renewable Energy Generation

This Regulatory Framework applies to the consumer who wishes to obtain electricity from REG for the purpose of self-consumption on their Premises. 3.2 This Regulatory Framework applies to all technologies in REG Systems with capacities greater than 1kW and not exceeding 30MW for Self-Consumption purposes in the Premises, except for those mentioned in Clause (3.4). 3.3 This Regulatory Framework applies to the Service Providers, the Eligible Consumers, and any other entity involved in: a) Adding grid-connected REG Systems on Premises. b) The development and operation of REG Systems. 3.4 This Regulatory Framework does not apply to solar PV systems up to 2MW capacity to which the Small Scale Solar PV Regulatory Framework applies. 3.5 This Regulatory Framework only allows the Use Cases described in Annex 4. Except for these Use Cases described, it is not allowed to establish any renewable energy generation systems for self-consumption, and in all cases the generation and consumption must be in the same Premises. Public Regulatory Framework for Renewable Energy Generation for Self-Consumption 4. GENERAL PROVISIONS 4.1 SERA is the final reference for interpretation of any article or provision of this Regulatory Framework or for any discrepancy between this Regulatory Framework and any other regulatory documents. 4.2 The Governor undertake the tasks and duties assigned to SERA, except for those stipulated to be undertaken by the Board, and the Governor may delegate any of these tasks and duties to whomever they deem appropriate. 4.3 Electricity from REG systems is subjected to the provisions of the Electricity Law by Royal Decree decision M/44 on 16/5/1442 H and the provisions of Electricity Law’s Implementing Regulations Related to SERA’s Duties, and the Energy Supply Law by Royal Decree decision M/80 on 04/06/14444 H, and the targets of the energy mix, and the approved strategies by the Supreme Committee for Energy Mix Affairs for Electricity Production and Enabling Renewable Energy Sector and SERA’s Licensing Rules and Procedures. 4.4 It is not permitted to start any preparatory work for the purpose of establishing REG systems (including preparing planning, conducting studies and announcing publicly) before obtaining the necessary study authorisation from SERA. 4.5 It is not allowed to commence with any of the construction works prior to obtaining a license from the SERA. 4.6 The Service Provider shall: a) Comply with all applicable laws and regulations and adhere to the approved standards and technical codes and any other regulatory requirements approved by SERA. b) Guarantee all rights of the Eligible Consumer provided for by this regulatory framework and any other applicable laws and regulations. 4.7 The Service Provider shall process consumers’ requests to connect REG systems for self-consumption without discrimination on a first come first served basis. 4.8 The Eligible Consumer shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations and other relevant requirements in the KSA. 4.9 The Eligible Consumer shall always ensure that its REG Systems comply with this Regulatory Framework, the Distribution Code and the Grid Code (as applicable) and any other applicable technical standards and codes. SERA and the Service Provider shall be notified immediately of any planned modification of the technical capabilities Public Regulatory Framework for Renewable Energy Generation for Self-Consumption of the REG systems. Additionally, the Service Provider shall be notified of any incidents or failures which may temporary or indefinitely affect compliance. 4.10 The Service Providers shall liaise with the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) to ensure that certificated REG System equipment are used when applicable.