Generator Registration
The IRC (Independent Regulatory Commission) wishes to express its deepest sympathy to persons who have suffered losses resulting from the passage of hurricane Maria. As the body responsible for regulating the Electricity Sector and in keeping with our responsibilities under the Electricity Supply Act # 10 of 2006, we hereby inform the public especially persons who plan to acquire or operate a generator, that it is imperative to ensure that this generator is registered with the IRC. For persons currently using a generator, ensure that there is the appropriate switchgear to isolate your facilities from DOMLEC’s Transmission and Distribution lines. …
IRC Launches Self Generators’ Registration Programme
The Independent Regulatory Commission (IRC) Dominica’s electricity regulator has started a nationwide programme to register all generators in Dominica. The register of self generators is being compiled by the IRC in a bid to add to current statistics on electricity capacity and usage as well as to help in monitoring and improving safety standards in the sector. The register will include anyone who owns a generator whether fuel-based or renewable. The IRC is working with the government electrical division and has contacted other relevant groups which have access to information regarding the use/ownership of generators within the community. Owners of …