In a statement on Monday, City Power took umbrage at claims that it would not install electricity meters for customers who already have a solar system installed.
It said a notice being shared by city councillors, who it didnt name, makes several false claims.
"It claims that City Power will cut off supply and impose a R30 000 fee if customers purchase electricity units in large amounts. City Power would like to put it on record that this is untrue and we are calling for those who are spreading these lies to desist from doing so," it said.
In the statement, City Power also outlined the procedure for customers wanting to add solar installations to their premises, noting that all successful applicants will be converted to post-paid billing to allow the utility to monitor their electricity usage and facilitate the charging of "network fees". This has been a requirement for solar installations since July 2023.
- A single line diagram of the proposed installation
- An inverter datasheet
- An inverter NRS certificate
- A copy of the design/drawings
- A site plan
- A maintenance procedure document for the specific design
- A PV commissioning form and
- A certificate of compliance.
"This ensures that all installations are not only efficient but also safe for integration into the existing grid," said City Power.
