Frequently Asked Questions

Can I interconnect my solar panels to the BEC electricity grid?
Why should I not use halogen lamps?
How does BEC decide whose power gets turned back on first?

Can I interconnect my solar panels to the BEC's electricity grid?
Currently interconnection of any private generation (including solar panels) with the electricity grid is NOT allowed. Moreover, these installations MUST be configured to ensure that this cannot happen. Such interconnects could cause injury or death to utility personnel. Any such installation discovered will be immediately disconnected from the grid and remain disconnected until the situation is corrected to the utility’s satisfaction.

Why should I not use halogen lamps?
Halogen desk and floor lamps are fire risks. They should be replaced with lamps that use cooler burning and more efficient fluorescent bulbs.

How does BEC decide whose power gets turned back on first?
After we repair BEC power plants and the lines that carry power from them, we restore customers who provide essential services to the community (hospitals, police and fire stations). We then repair damage that will return power to the greatest number of customers in the least amount of time. Finally, we restore small groups and individual customers.