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FrancB
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Jul 24, 2025 11:46 AM UTC
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Installing Grid-Tied Solar (EcoFlow Stream 800W) - What Ovo needs me to do regarding any registration?

I am currently in the process of installing an EcoFlow Stream 800W microintverter grid-tied system and am wondering what Ovo needs me to do regarding any registration. I have a smart meter and I don’t really care too much about  being paid for surplus generation as I doubt it would ever be much, but just don’t want to contravene any rules! Can anyone help please?

BPLightlog
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Jul 24, 2025 2:41 PM UTC

If you’re not looking for any SEG or other export tariff then there’s nothing supplier wise that is needed - it’s useful to let them know so that a sudden drop in usage might be expected.

I can’t quite tell from your post but you know of the requirements to notify your DNO I presume? This is completely different to a supply company.

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BPLightlog
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Jul 24, 2025 2:41 PM UTC

If you’re not looking for any SEG or other export tariff then there’s nothing supplier wise that is needed - it’s useful to let them know so that a sudden drop in usage might be expected.

I can’t quite tell from your post but you know of the requirements to notify your DNO I presume? This is completely different to a supply company.

Bring me Sunshine ~ E&E {Solar PV, Battery Storage, EV, ASHP and Home Assistant automation}
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    FrancBAuthor
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    Jul 24, 2025 2:44 PM UTC

    I think I answered my own question with a little research! All of a sudden I do care about being paid for surplus now I found out about Beyond! :-)

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      FrancBAuthor
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      Jul 24, 2025 2:47 PM UTC

      If you’re not looking for any SEG or other export tariff then there’s nothing supplier wise that is needed - it’s useful to let them know so that a sudden drop in usage might be expected.

      I can’t quite tell from your post but you know of the requirements to notify your DNO I presume? This is completely different to a supply company.

      Yes, thanks, I am aware of that. All should be dealt with once my electrician certifies the installation.

        BPLightlog
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        BPLightlogSuper User
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        Jul 24, 2025 3:06 PM UTC

        I think I answered my own question with a little research! All of a sudden I do care about being paid for surplus now I found out about Beyond! :-)

        If you do want to register for export then most suppliers will ask for an MCS or equivalent certificate. You would also want to get a meter registration (MPAN) set up for registering export.

         

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