Overview
In June 2026, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission commenced the implementation of the Net Billing Regulations 2026, designed to promote renewable-energy adoption, improve energy security and reliability, encourage private-sector participation in distributed generation, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support the efficient integration of renewable-energy systems into distribution networks.
The Regulations create a framework through which eligible customers, referred to as prosumers, may generate electricity primarily from renewable-energy sources for their own consumption and export excess electricity to distribution networks under a net billing arrangement.
This insight examines the key obligations and business impact of the Regulations, including net billing as a credit-based arrangement, eligibility and capacity requirements, the application and approval process, technical and metering requirements, the commercial and bottom-line impact for businesses, monitoring and reporting obligations, and practical steps for prospective and participating prosumers.
