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ECP-2 Decision CRU/20/060 – Capacity Release DSO Applications

As outlined in Section 2.9 of the ECP-2 Decision paper, all projects contracted pre ECP-1 (but not those that folded into ECP-1) were given a final opportunity by ESB Networks and Eirgrid to terminate their connection agreement and release their full contracted MEC on the same terms and conditions for capacity release outlined in CER/16/284 (including 80% refund of first stage payment).

Please click the link below to view the full list of DSO Projects who availed of Final Capacity Release:

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Innovation Strategy Close Out Report - Intelligent Secondary Substation Monitoring (WinterPeak)

Decarbonisation of the electrical network will see a significant impact on the Low Voltage (LV) network with the increasing integration of Low Carbon Technologies (LCTs) such as heat pumps, solar PV and Electric Vehicles. The effect on the LV network as a consequence of the integration of these new technologies is not yet fully understood. To gain valuable knowledge of these technologies, ESB Networks are trialling a number of different innovative monitoring devices to fully understand what is required to effectively monitor the LV network.

Innovation Strategy Close Out Report - Intelligent Secondary Substation Monitoring (WinterPeak) | Download PDF | 1MB

Modification No. 43 Proposed Distribution Code structural changes to facilitate adoption of RfG (and subsequent) Network Codes

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

Joint Public Consultation on the Electricity Transmission Performance Report 2019 & Investment Planning & Delivery Report 2019

ESB Networks and EirGrid, in their respective capacity as Transmission Asset Owner (TAO) and Transmission System Operator (TSO), today publish for consultation the draft, Electricity Transmission Performance Report 2019, and Investment Planning and Delivery Report 2019:

Electricity Transmission Performance Report 2019 | Download PDF | 4 MB

Investment Planning and Delivery Report 2019 | Download PDF | 2 MB

Consultation Question:

Do you have any comments on the Electricity Transmission Performance Report 2019, and/or the Investment Planning and Delivery Report 2019?

Next Steps:

Interested stakeholder’s views are invited until 23rd Sept 2020 and can be sent to consultations@esbnetworks.ie and info@eirgrid.com

The CRU as part of its decision paper CER/18/097, decisions 1 and 2, requires the TAO and the TSO to produce joint reports setting out their annual performance in regard to the operation and development of the Transmission System. The reports are intended to provide customers, industry participants and other interested parties with a clear, accessible, comprehensive, quantified but non-technical report on performance in the calendar year.

The reports will evolve overtime, taking into account feedback from industry and stakeholders and changes as may be requested by the CRU. As part of this process we are seeking customers and stakeholders feedback on the draft reports in advance of their finalisation, for example are there areas that you feel require more detail or indeed where you feel there is too much focus; areas that are not currently covered that should be considered for inclusion etc.

The 2019 reports build on our 2018 reports which are available on our website. For ease of reference the reports can be located at the following links:

Electricity Transmission Performance Report 2018 | Download PDF | 18 MB

Investment Planning and Delivery Report 2018 | Download PDF | 14 MB

ESB Networks Proposed Statement of Generator Standard Charges

ESB Networks carried out a review of the Generator Standard Charges and submitted the proposed new charges to CRU for approval which includes the removal of civil construction costs as standard charges.

The CRU continues to review the submission and expects to publish a consultation on the ESBN submission in Q4 2020.

See link below to the proposed Generator Standard Charges submitted to CRU for approval and if approved, revised Generator Standard Charges are expected to be in place prior to the first ECP-2 offers being issued.

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Ruleset for Enduring Connection Policy Stage 2 (ECP-2)

The ruleset set out in this document (this ruleset) is annexed to the CRU's decision on the Enduring Connection Policy - Stage 2 (ECP-2 decision) and should be read in conjunction with this decision.

ECP-2 Ruleset | 457 KB

This ruleset applies to existing and New Applicants for connection to either the transmission or distribution systems, with the exceptions listed below:

This ruleset does not apply to:

• Demand connections
• Micro-generation
• New interconnector connections
• Offshore connections

This ruleset applies to Existing Applicants to the extent set out in Section 2.1.

ECP-2 Declaration of Community-led Energy Project Form

ECP-2 applicants under the Community-led Energy Projects category must complete a director’s declaration form (“Declaration of Community-led Energy Project”) confirming that it meets the community-led renewable energy project definition requirements set out below:

At all relevant times, the project must be at least 51% owned by a Renewable Energy Community (the “Relevant REC”) either by way of (i) a direct ownership of the ECP project’s assets, or (ii) a direct ownership of the shares in the generator; and

At all relevant times, at least 51% of all expected profits, dividends and surpluses derived from project are returned to the Relevant REC.

Declaration of Community-led Energy Project Form | 174 KB

As per CRU’s ECP-2 Decision, Community-led Energy Projects will require planning permission before a connection offer is issued and will be subject to the rules in 3.2 and 3.3 when planning permission is gained.

All-island Network Code Stakeholder Forum Slideshow

The 8^th All-island Network Code Stakeholder Forum took place on the 12th August 2020.This Forum provides information on changes to connection standards, European rules for the electricity market and grid operations, emergency procedures and on other areas of European electricity policy.

All-island Network Code Stakeholder Forum Slideshow | 1 MB

MV Customer Connection Standard Module - Electric Vehicle Charging Hubs in Urban Environment

In order to meet the targets set out in the National Climate Action Plan, ESB Networks is developing standard module connection options to facilitate the faster connection of customers deploying low-carbon technology. ESB Networks is looking for stakeholder feedback on our proposed alternative MV connection options for electric vehicle charging sites in urban service station locations.

The current footprint for MV substation buildings means most sites in urban locations cannot readily accommodate electric vehicle charging points without the service station operator making significant changes to their existing operations/site layout. Introducing an alternative connection option for MV customers requires significant stakeholder consultation.

ESB Networks is considering a potential solution which we aim to introduce. We would like to get feedback from all stakeholders and we welcome any comments interested stakeholders may have on this proposal via innovationfeedback@esbnetworks.ie

See MV Customer Connection Standard Module – Electric Vehicle Charging Hubs in Urban Environment | Download PDF 620 KB

Electricity Transmission Performance Report 2018

This document is a joint TSO/TAO Report between EirGrid and ESB Networks which looks at our performance in developing, operating and maintaining the transmission system throughout 2018.

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