Comments due on Nexamp’s complaint against National Grid regarding Standardized Interconnection Requirements (SIRs)

Comments due on Nexamp’s complaint against National Grid regarding Standardized Interconnection Requirements (SIRs).

Case 25-E-0469 - Complaint of Nexamp, Inc. and Affiliates Against Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation d/b/a National Grid Pursuant to the New York State Standardized Interconnection Requirements.

To submit comments, fill out the Case 25-E-0469 comment form.

On August 7, 2025, Nexamp, Inc. and 14 of its affiliated project companies (collectively, Nexamp) filed a complaint in this proceeding against Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation d/b/a National Grid (National Grid). The complaint was filed pursuant to Section I, Part C, Step 11 of the Standardized Interconnection Requirements (SIRs). In its complaint, Nexamp contests National Grid’s attempt to invoice additional interconnection costs as part of the final reconciliation process. Nexamp asserts that National Grid has failed to comply with the timelines under the SIRs, provide cost estimates in good faith, communicate cost increases prior to incurring increased costs, and justify the costs included in final reconciliation invoices. 

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that any interested person or entity is invited to submit comments related to Nexamp’s complaint. Comments are requested by December 1, 2025, and should refer to Case 25-E-0469. To submit comments, please go to www.dps.ny.gov, click on “File Search” (located under the heading “Commission Files”), enter “25-E-0469” in the “Search by Case Number” field, and then click on the “Post Comments” box located at the top of the page. Those unable to file electronically may mail their comments to the Hon. Michelle L. Phillips, Secretary, New York State Public Service Commission, Three Empire State Plaza, Albany, New York, 12223-1350; however, electronic filing of comments is strongly encouraged. Comments submitted in accordance with this Notice will be posted to the Department of Public Service’s website. However, comments received after the December 1, 2025 deadline may not be considered by the Commission.

The current New York State SIRs and Application Process for New Distributed Generators and/or Energy Storage Systems 5 MW or Less Connected in Parallel with Utility Distribution Systems are available on the Distributed Generation webpage of the Department of Public Service at https://dps.ny.gov/distributed-generation-information. 

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