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Distribution Code defines the technical aspects of the working relationships between the DSO and all other users of the Distribution System. It aims to ensure an efficient, co-ordinated and economical system for electricity distribution. The Distribution Code was first approved by the Commission for Energy Regulation (CER) in March 2000. Any modifications or updates to this code must be approved by this Commission. More detail is available in the Distribution Code Review Panel Constitution and Rules.
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Distribution Code Derogation Application Form
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Distribution Code Modification Proposal Form.
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Distribution Code Review Panel Members
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CRU has approved Modification No. 36 of the Distribution Code. The requirements stated under DCC11 are driven largely by the combined effect that large penetration of Non-Synchronous generation on the operation of the Transmission System. To date, this cohort of generation has comprised, almost exclusively of wind generation. It is now apparent that other forms of generation [most notably PV], which have an invertor between the primary source and the Connection Point, present the same technical challenges to System Operation. It is logical therefore that the same technical requirements should apply to them.
This approach is also consistent with that which will be taken upon adoption of the European Network Codes, most notably the Requirements for Generation [RfG], wherein the document structure is divided between Synchronous Generators and what are termed Power Park Modules.
Separately, the total quantum of generation connecting to the system has reached levels at which the quantum of un-controlled real power from distribution connected generation poses a threat to the stability of the power system. For that reason and for the reasons stated above with regard to the increase in solar generation connections, EirGrid deem necessary to make more of the PPM fleet MW controllable.
Modification Proposal No.36 | Download PDF 310KB
CRU Approval Letter of Modification No.36 | Download PDF 76KB
Class Derogation DAID323 against Modification No.36 | Download PDF 245KB
CRU Approval Letter of Class Derogation DAID323 against Modification No.36 | Download PDF 931KB
Minutes of Distribution Code Review Panel Meeting of 25th October 2019
The CRU has approved Modification No. 43 of the Distribution Code. This modification proposal describes the proposed structural changes to the Code that will facilitate the inclusion of new and changed content driven by the adoption of the Requirements for Generators [RfG], in the first instance. Some of the proposed changes will also facilitate the adoption of parts of other Codes such as the Demand Connection Code, in due course.
Modification Proposal No. 43 | Download PDF | 150 KB
CRU Approval Letter of Modification No. 43 | Download PDF | 85 KB
CRU Approval Letter of Distribution Code V7 | Download PDF | 94 KB
This document outlines the constitution and the rules of the Distribution Code Review Panel.
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Minutes of Distribution Code Review Panel Meeting of 15/12/2015
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