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Electricity Generation Licence Requirements

Complete list of documentation and information required for applying for an Electricity Generation Licence from the EWRC.

Site and Location Maps

  • Site Map showing fuel delivery and storage locations, transmission evacuation site, water pipelines, and waste disposal areas
  • Location Map showing Roads, Rail Lines, Transmission Lines, Rivers, and Reservoirs
  • Principal single-line diagram of the project site

Resource and Supply Information

  • Fuel Sourcing, Transportation, and Supply Arrangements
  • Water supply and availability analysis for plant and staff use

Plant Design and Capacity Information

  • Plant Design specifications
  • Number of staff requirements
  • Total capacity (MW), Number of Generating Units, Size of Units
  • Expected Annual Generation (MWh) and Proposed Running Regime
  • Station Load/Load Factor

Generator Unit Information

  • Generator Type and Rating (MVA, MW)
  • Terminal Voltage (KV) and Rated Frequency
  • Rated speed (RPM) and Power Factor
  • Unit Efficiency and Short Circuit Ratio
  • Automatic Frequency Control and AVR details
  • Governor Control System information
  • Unit Transformer Data
  • Manufacturer information and Year of Manufacture

Project Documentation

  • Engineering Procurement Contract (EPC) for new facilities
  • Details of Phasing of Project, if applicable
  • Auxiliary Systems specifications

Technical Studies

  • Load Flow Studies
  • Stability Studies
  • Short Circuit Studies
  • Report of evacuation studies

Ancillary Services

  • Black Start facilities
  • Reactive Power Generation capabilities
  • Frequency Response Capability
  • Maximum Generation capability
  • Fast Start capability

Safety and Environmental

  • Emergency Response Plan
  • Fire Fighting Facilities
  • First Aid provisions
  • Safety Awareness and Staff Training Plans
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) specifications
  • Health & Safety Policy
  • Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
  • Waste Management Plan

Commissioning and Connection

  • Expected date of Commissioning
  • Evidence of approval from Transmission Company confirming connection point capacity

Ready to Apply?

Ensure you have all required documentation before submitting your application. Review the license checklist for additional guidance.