Technical background and application details to support understanding of IEEE Std 1547™- 2018 are provided. The guide facilitates the use of IEEE Std 1547-2018 by characterizing various forms of distributed energy resource (DER) technologies and their associated interconnection issues. It provides background and rationale of the technical requirements of IEEE Std 1547-2018. It also provides tips, techniques, and common practices to address issues related to DER project implementation. This guide is intended for use by engineers, engineering consultants, and knowledgeable individuals in the field of DERs. The IEEE 1547 series of standards is cited in the Fede...

This guide provides the technical background, rationale, and guidance to support the application of the substantially revised IEEE Std 1547-2018, IEEE Standard for Interconnection and Interoperability of Distributed Energy Resources with Associated Electric Power Systems Interfaces. The document will describe how the requirements and default settings specified in IEEE Std 1547-2018 have been carefully chosen to balance distribution and bulk system needs for increasing penetration of DERs. It further enhances the understanding of IEEE Std 1547-2018 by addressing certain DER integration issues that are not fully addressed by the base standard, e.g., reclosing ...

This guide facilitates the use of the substantially revised IEEE Std 1547-2018 by educating relevant stakeholders about its technical background and by providing guidance for its application in practice.