Fees for the certification new Small and Medium Wind Turbines vary, depending on the characteristics of the turbine, and the specific needs of the applicant. They include:
Preliminary Review Fee
All new applications for certification must be preceded by a Preliminary Review to confirm eligibility and the specific certification requirements for the turbine. These are initiated with the submission of a Preliminary Review Application Form. ICC-SWCC charges $3,000 for the review of the first turbine and $1,500 for each additional turbine submitted at the same time (provided that the turbines are similar in design, as determined by ICC-SWCC).
Application Fee
ICC-SWCC quotes fees for wind turbine certification based on the specific needs of each certification applicant and the characteristic of the turbine. Application fees do not include the costs for field testing or engineering analyses that may be necessary. See below for more information.
Testing and Analysis Fees
Fees for field testing of the turbine are set by the testing organization selected by the applicant. The same is true for any engineering analyses obtained by the applicant for certification. In both cases, the fees are negotiated between the lab or consultant and paid directly by the applicant to each.
Test Site Evaluation Fees
Where a non-accredited test lab or self-testing is selected, ICC-SWCC requires that a Test Site Evaluation be conducted. The fee depends on the location of the test facility, number of turbines to be inspected, and travel costs. Contact us for more details or a quote.
Once certification is granted, ICC-SWCC requires annual renewal for continued certification of the turbine. Certification fees are assessed annually, and submission of a renewal application form is required. Contact us for more details or a quote.
All newly certified wind turbines must undergo an inspection of their production facilities within one year of approval. Follow-up surveillance inspections are required every two years thereafter. The fees for factory inspections are dependent on the facility location. Contact us for more details or a quote.
ICC-SWCC Certification holders are required to report any design changes to the turbine to determine the effect on the certification. Fees are charged for the review of any technical modifications. Editorial changes to the certification requested by the certification holder are also subject to a modification fee.
ICC-SWCC accepts payments by check, credit card or wire transfer. Payments made by check must be in U.S. funds drawn on a U.S. bank and payable to Small Wind Certification Council. Please contact us for credit card or wire instructions.