Reactive Energy Billing in Operator Tariffs in Poland

Abstract

The paper describes the current method of reactive energy billing in the tariffs of distribution grid operators in Poland. The current solutions are subject to critical assessment. Issues related to the motivation effect of the current solutions on consumers are analysed. Problems that occur in relation with connecting distributed generators to the distribution grid and challenges related to prosumer billing are indicated.

Keywords

• electricity tariffs
• reactive energy billing
• reactive power