Methods of connecting to the grid under the Coal RFP

The coal RFP released in December 2014 by the Department of Energy provides for the same methods of connecting to the grid as the Renewable Energy RFP. There are three methods of connecting to the grid, each with slightly different bid submission requirements. Bidders must elect their preferred grid connection method prior to bid submission. The methods and considerations to be taken into account for each method are highlighted below: Eskom Build Under this method,…