New Essential Energy grid-connection procedures for installing
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NSW utility Essential Energy has released new requirements that affect retail customers interested in connecting a solar photovoltaic (PV) system to the electrical grid. Essential Energy’s network covers electricity customers in all areas of NSW outside Sydney, Newcastle, Illawara, and the Blue Mountains.
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