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Does Cape Town need a solar inverter?

Image credit: WCLG News Flash City of Cape Town mayoral committee member for energy, Beverley van Reenen, has confirmed that from October 2023, all solar PV and/or battery storage applications at the City of Cape Town will be treated as grid-tied systems. This means that all systems need a City-approved inverter and professional sign-off.

Can I use a standby solar PV system in Cape Town?

No. Off-grid and standby solar PV systems are no longer permitted on properties with City of Cape Town electrical connections. Many solar PV systems using non-approved inverters are not correctly wired, posing risks to the safety and integrity of the network and significantly slowing down the registration process.

Are solar panels legal in Cape Town?

National regulations apply across the country, but a city like Cape Town might have equipment guidelines for solar installations. For example, Cape Town requires residents and businesses to register their grid-tied solar PV systems.

Do you need a certificate of compliance for solar panels in Cape Town?

For example, Cape Town requires residents and businesses to register their grid-tied solar PV systems. This registration process is vital to guarantee that any solar power fed back into the grid doesn’t disrupt the local electricity supply. Cape Town also requires a Certificate of Compliance (COC) for solar installations.