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Eskom outlaws unregistered grid-tied solar — users face upgrade fees or go off‑grid
Posted by Clare Appleyard

Eskom outlaws unregistered grid-tied solar — users face upgrade fees or go off‑grid

Eskom says any grid-tied solar system on its network that isn’t registered is illegal, even if it doesn’t export power. Homeowners face fees for meter swaps and compliance documents, which can run into thousands of rand. Some are considering going fully off-grid to avoid the rules. The push is framed as a safety and grid-stability move under national electricity regulations.