Solar installers say they’re waiting too long for Xcel Energy grid connections

Energy News Network: Minnesota solar installers say they are facing frustrating delays from the state’s largest utility despite new rules meant to speed up approval of grid connections.

After two years of stakeholder meetings, state regulators last year updated interconnection standards for distributed energy projects under 10 megawatts. The rules guide how utilities respond to requests from installers to connect projects to their electricity grid.

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