SPEC - Southern Plains Electric Cooperative

Texas Utility Interconnection & net metering rules

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Net Metering AllowedYes
NEM TypeMonthly
Line Taps AllowedNo
Load Taps AllowedNo

Net metering & export

Net Metering Allowed
Yes
NEM Type
Monthly
TOU Utility
No
Post Solar Billing Method
Net Metering
Solar Export Type
Fixed kWh
Solar Export Rate
0.81861
Net Excess Generation Notes

Net-metering members are defined as members who have placed a type of distributed generation which is no greater than 50 kW behind the Cooperative’s meter. A member qualifying for this rate will receive credit in kWh

generated against kWh consumed in one billing period. Kilowatt-hour credits will only offset up to the amount of kWh consumed in each billing period. All other applicable charges will be billed

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
System Offset Notes

Up to 50kW

Metering & disconnect

Production Meter Required
No
Production Meter Position
N/A
Production Meter Labeling
N/A
Allowed Meter Adapter
None

Plans & docs

Site Plan Reqs

Plans Sample Attached

SLD Reqs

Visible, Lockable, Labeled AC Disconnect to be located within 10' of utility meter.

Placards

Placard to be placed on meter showing all equipment on the home

Equipment Approvals
California Energy Commission
Website
link
Compiled from public records, 2026. Tariffs and interconnection rules change; verify with SPEC - Southern Plains Electric Cooperative 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.