How Flexibility is Expected to Contribute to Future Grids

Recording of Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | The smarter E Europe 2024 | Conference Program | Language: English | Duration: 8:05 .

Upcoming European Network Code on Distributed Flexibility Set to Revolutionize System Operator Practices by 2026 After Extensive Development Involving Hundreds of Meetings and Experts

The discussion emphasizes the development of a new European network code focusing on distributed flexibility, essential for system operators (SOs). The initiative required an extensive process involving 400 meetings over one and a half years with 200 experts. This network code aims to harmonize and trigger SOs' consideration of flexibilities in their planning processes, mandated by legal obligations. Key aspects include: 1. Network Planning: Traditionally involved long-term plans like TYNDPs but now must integrate distribution network development plans considering local flexibilities. 2. Flexibility Consideration: Essential for proper grid planning; it’s not just about setting up infrastructure but also understanding how electric mobility and related services affect demand-response scenarios. 3. Ownership & Operation (O&O): SOs generally don’t own storage due to market roles. Exceptions involve integrated components or tender procedures emphasizing flexible solutions irrespective of source ownership. 4. Operational Coordination: Key challenges include decision-making at control centers regarding grid flexibility use, requiring better coordination between different SOs. Overall, this comprehensive framework seeks to make European power systems more adaptive and efficient in managing distributed energy resources through improved planning, integration, and operational strategies across member states.

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Speaker

Torsten Knop
European Regulation
E.ON SE
Germany

Talk of session: Flexible Grid and Innovative Grid Management

As the recent Grid Action Plan has shown, the importance of grids has finally come to the forefront of discussions on European energy policy. The focus of this session is on grid innovations and the need for a sustainable electricity system that can adapt to the energy transition.