The Sun Rivers electric utility, operated by Corix Multi-Utility Services, is a standalone utility that purchases electricity from BC Hydro and then distributes it to Sun Rivers residents.
Corix’s Sun Rivers electric utility is regulated by the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) who approve utility tariffs and rates. The present rate regulation for the Sun Rivers electric utility was set by the BCUC, which produces lower rates than the standard cost-of-service rate base regulation. However, it doesn’t allow for the feasible establishment of a net metering tariff schedule. As a result, Corix does not offer a net metering program and has no specific net metering tariff provisions.
Solar Power Systems Metering
Should customers want to connect solar power to their electrical system, they will be issued standard meters, and placed in the appropriate residential or commercial rate class. No bi-directional meters will be installed. This means that while residents can potentially offset their own consumption, excess energy cannot be sold back to the grid for credit through a net metering program. By offsetting consumption, Sun Rivers customers should still experience lower electricity bills due to reduced consumption charges.
Connecting Solar Power Systems
Solar power system connection must be positioned behind the electrical meter and all safety requirements adhered to, including a Warning Notice on the Corix revenue meter denoting a “Two Power Source, Parallel System”. Solar power connection work must only be performed by qualified electricians.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. Should you have questions, please contact Customer Care.