New NERC Net Billing Rules Let Businesses Sell Excess Solar Power to Discos

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has begun rolling out its Net Billing Regulations 2026. The new framework lets eligible consumers generate solar power for their own use and export surplus energy back to distribution companies. Under the scheme, businesses and institutions with renewable energy systems sized between 50 kWp and 1.5 MWp can register as “prosumers.” Participants must install bidirectional meters, secure approval from their Disco, sign a net billing agreement, and undergo a technical feasibility assessment. Exported electricity will be credited at tariffs approved by NERC. The policy aims to attract private investment in distributed power generation and increase overall supply to the national grid. NERC believes this initiative will boost renewable energy adoption, strengthen energy security, reduce emissions, and help address Nigeria’s chronic electricity supply challenges.

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