Zero-Export Solar Explained: How We Prevent Backfeed to the Grid
Published: June 12, 2024
“Backfeed” is when electricity flows from your home back into the utility grid. In many places, exporting power triggers extra rules, approvals, or interconnection steps. CraftStrom is built around a different model: produce solar power for your own loads, without exporting it.
What “zero export” means
Zero export means the system is designed to keep net power from flowing back to the grid. Instead, it matches production to what your home is using.
- Less utility friction in many situations.
- A simpler path for renters and DIY customers.
- More predictable installs (less waiting).
How CraftStrom controls export
Our approach uses real-time load measurement and fast control to keep production aligned with consumption. In simple terms: the system “looks” at what your home is using and adjusts to avoid sending power outward.
A quick note on permits and approvals
Rules vary by location. Many customers choose CraftStrom specifically to avoid the traditional interconnection process. If you want, we can help you think through your setup and what’s typical in your area.
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