SA household benefits as Eskom extends zero solar registration fees

ESKOM has extended its zero registration fee for residential Small-Scale Embedded Generation (SSEG) systems until March 2026.

- IOL REPORTER

Launched yesterday, the initiative is set to help homeowners adopt solar power by reducing costs and supporting cleaner energy in South Africa.

Brought into effect in March 2023, Eskom’s policy exempts homeowners from registration fees and the costs associated with installing a smart meter for systems rated up to 10kVA – with larger installations attracting different fee structures. This means that residential customers not only avoid upfront costs, but can also capitalise on savings of approximately R9 132 due to the ongoing exemption from connection and tariff conversion fees.

“Our objective is to help residential owners comply with the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) regulations while simultaneously supporting green energy initiatives,” said an Eskom spokesperson.