Eskom wants own generation consumers to pay a "fair, unsubsidised" contribution for using the grid. Eskom wants those generating their own power, particularly through renewables, to pay for their use of the grid. However, an energy expert warned this could force more users to go off-grid, leading to ramifications for poorer households which rely on subsidies from higher income households. Nersa said Eskom's proposal will be interrogated and it plans to engage broadly with stakeholders before reaching a decision. Eskom wants those generating their own power to pay a charge for using the grid as a back-up, but the power utility said it will not be earning more revenue if this happens.