Customer-Owned Generation | Manitowoc Public Utilities

Customer-owned electrical generators may only be interconnected (parallel generation) with the MPU electric system with the prior approval of MPU. Wisconsin Administrative Code, Chapter PSC 119 codifies requirements for parallel generation. Application forms are available by contacting the MPU Distribution Operations Manager, Steve Bacalzo, at (920) 686-4310 or by selecting the appropriate link below:

Wisconsin Standard Distributed Generation Application Form (Generation up to 15 MW)

PSC-6031 Standard Distributed Generation Application

For 20 kW or less Interconnection Agreement

PSC-6029 Distributed Generation Interconnection Agreement (20kW or less)

For 20 kW to 15 MW Interconnection Agreement

PSC-6030 Distributed Generation Interconnection Agreement (20 kW to 15 MW)

Additional forms may be required and can be found on the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin’s (PSCW) website. Resource information is also available via the PSCW’s website.

Solar Frequently Asked Questions

Are there incentives available?

There may be state, or federal, solar rebates and incentives available to you! Visit https://energy.gov as well as https://focusonenergy.com/residential/solar-for-homes to learn about available credits and rebates.

Will I save money?

Every solar installation is different. While there are many resources available to evaluate potential cost-savings, here are a few online resources:

https://focusonenergy.com/blog/your-startup-guide-for-solar-energy-at-home

https://www.energysage.com/

Learn more about MPU’s own solar projects. MPU also offers a Community Solar Program, which is an alternative to rooftop solar.