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The Board of Public Utilities voted last week on to allow customers to build their own renewable energy resources and connect them to BPU's system.

The aim is to provide BPU customers an opportunity to connect renewable energy forms, such as solar and wind, with BPU. Customers can apply for connection to BPU's grid and monitor the amount of energy provided via net energy meters.

If a resident generates more energy than they receive, it will be credited in electric bill statements. If less energy is generated, reduced billings will reflect the amount of energy they create.

“BPU is proud to be leading the way in Kansas’ renewable energy efforts by allowing for net metering in our community,” said Don Gray, general manager of BPU. “It is our hope that providing this capability will lead to the further use of renewable energy alternatives while subsequently reducing overall emissions.”

The new policy is expected to take effect as early as January.

Both residents and businesses are allowed to take part in the program.