North Dakota Interconnection

If you generate electricity and are looking to interconnect with our system, read the documents below to learn more about the process, requirements, and more. 

Process and technical documents

• Distributed generation interconnection process flow chart
• Application process
• Pay applicaton fee online
• Interconnection requirements
• Application for interconnection
• Engineering data submittal
• Interconnection agreement
• Purchase-power riders and applicability matrix
  • Small power producer rider - Occasional-delivery energy service
  • Small power producer rider - Time-of-delivery energy service
  • Small power producer rider - Dependable service
  • Standby service tariff

In addition to the procedures above, interconnection customers may be required to abide by the guidelines in our technical handbook, which outlines the technical requirements for interconnecting a generator, tie-line, or substation to our electric system. Our Minnesota Technical Interconnection and Interoperability Requirements and our Technical Standards Manual may also provide valuable information on our requirements.

Questions?

• Contact our Generation Interconnection Coordinator regarding the interconnection process and agreements.
• Contact our Principal Resource Planner regarding pricing and purchase agreements.