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Interconnection Guidelines

The Interconnection Guidelines provide general guidance on the steps involved with connecting biogas recovery systems to the utility electrical power grid. Interconnection best practices, including time and cost estimates, are discussed. The guidelines provide a general overview of interconnection requirements and can be used to help negotiate acceptable interconnection terms.

  • Interconnection Guidelines (pdf) (502.41 KB, January 2016)

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  • About AgSTAR
    • Accomplishments
    • Celebrating 20 Years of Anaerobic Digestion
  • Events
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  • Learn About Biogas Recovery
    • What is Biogas Recovery?
    • How Does AD Work?
    • Anaerobic System Design & Technology
    • Benefits of AD
    • Training Resources
  • Practices to Reduce Methane Emissions from Livestock Manure Management
  • Planning AD Projects
    • 10 Keys to Digester Success
    • Risk Analysis and Technical Review Checklist
    • Is AD Right For You?
    • Project Planning and Financing
    • Vendor Directory
  • Building & Operating Biogas Recovery Systems
    • Guidelines and Permitting
    • Project Development Handbook
    • Anaerobic Digester/Biogas System Operator Guidebook
    • Technical Guidance (Library of Tools)
  • Biogas Toolkit
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    • Livestock AD Database
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  • Frequent Questions about Livestock Biogas Projects
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Last updated on July 27, 2024
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