Technical Standards for Load and Non-SDG&E Owned Generator Interconnection or Generation Interconnection Handbook

The SDG&E Interconnection Handbook is applicable to all generators and loads that are not otherwise subject to SDG&E Rule 21.

• SDG&E Interconnection Handbook (pdf) - Revised 6-22-11

• SDG&E Interconnection Handbook (pdf) - July 2000

It describes technical and operational requirements for wholesale generators and loads connected to the SDG&E portion of the ISO Controlled Grid, and as such the handbook may be modified or superseded from time to time.

• SDG&E Interconnection Handbook Update History (pdf) – Revised 6-22-11 

SDG&E's standards contained in the Interconnection Handbook are deemed consistent with Good Utility Practice and Applicable Reliability Standards.  The SDG&E Interconnection Handbook includes:

• Metering Requirements
• Protection and Control Requirements
• General Operating Requirements
• Operating Procedures
• Energization and Synchronization Requirements