Russell Municipal Light Department

Massachusetts Utility Interconnection & net metering rules

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Net Metering AllowedYes
Line Taps AllowedNo
Load Taps AllowedNo

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
Yes
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Net Excess Generation Notes
Whatever the customers generate this is what Russell will credit back. Current amount credited back is 8.8 cents.
Rebates Offered
No
Deregulated
No

Interconnection & taps

Approval Req To Install
Yes
Line Taps Allowed
No
Load Taps Allowed
No
Automatic Transformer Upgrade Size
0

System size & offset

System Size Battery Included
No
System Size Includes Existing Systems
No
Offset Value
0
Offset Calculation Period
0
Industry Standard Watts Sqft
2

Metering & disconnect

Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

SLD Reqs
No Production Meter Required
Install Reqs
Russell will install Net Meter, at no cost, after witness test.
Website
link
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with Russell Municipal Light Department before you rely on this. The useful move: if an installer says you need a main panel upgrade, ask how these tap and interconnection policies were considered first.