Ofgem has initiated a comprehensive review of the regulatory framework governing electricity grid connections in Great Britain. This consultation seeks stakeholder input on proposed changes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the connections process.
The electricity connections queue has exceeded 730 GW across transmission and distribution networks, surpassing future demand projections. This backlog results in prolonged wait times for new generation and demand projects, hindering progress toward net zero targets.
Addressing the connections backlog requires leveraging advanced digital technologies to enhance data visibility and accuracy. Implementing real-time data analytics can provide stakeholders with up-to-date information on network capacity and connection timelines. The ambition is to create a transparent, efficient, and customer-centric connections process that aligns with the UK's decarbonization goals. By integrating digital solutions, Ofgem aims to streamline the customer journey from application to energisation, ensuring timely and reliable connections. This approach supports the broader objective of facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid.
Consultation Objectives:
The consultation invites feedback on issues within the current connections process and solicits suggestions for improvements. It also seeks input on proposed incentives for the upcoming RIIO-T3 price control period to drive better performance from network operators.
Ofgem proposes introducing new incentives under the RIIO-T3 price control to encourage network operators to meet connection deadlines and improve service quality. These incentives may include financial rewards for timely connections and penalties for delays. The consultation also explores setting stricter obligations on network companies to adhere to agreed upon connection dates. Additionally, Ofgem seeks to enhance the quality and reliability of connection offers and associated documentation to ensure clarity and consistency for customers.
Agenda
14:30 - Welcome and introduction by Teodora Kaneva, Head of Smart Infrastructure and Systems at techUK
14:45 - Consultation briefing by Alasdair MacMillan, Ofgem
15:15 - Q&A
15:30 - Discussion and feedback
16:00 - End
This session will inform techUK's submission for this consultation. To provide feedback please get in touch with [email protected].
Teodora Kaneva
Teodora Kaneva
Teodora’s rich background varies from working in business development for a renewable energy lobbying association in Brussels to the fast moving technology innovation startup scene in the UK.
She has designed the market strategy for a German renewable energy engineering scale up for the UK, listed on Nasdaq private market, and now one of the fastest growing scale ups in the world. Previous experience also includes managing a renewable energy startup in London, which has built a small-scale biomass CHP power plant. Teodora is passionate about cross-industry collaboration and working together with academia to inform the design of future educational models and skill building.
Most recently Teodora has ran the commercial activities and business development at Future Cities Catapult, focusing on innovation in cities, digital health and wellbeing, mobility, and infrastructure. Teodora is a passionate STEM Ambassador and a vocal advocate for women in tech.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2016
- Twitter:
- @Teodora_K
- Website:
- www.techuk.org
- LinkedIn:
- https://uk.linkedin.com/in/teodora-k-2969b021
Lucas Banach
Lucas Banach
Lucas Banach is Programme Assistant at techUK, he works on a range of programmes including Data Centres; Climate, Environment & Sustainability; Market Access and Smart Infrastructure and Systems.
Before that Lucas who joined in 2008, held various roles in our organisation, which included his role as Office Executive, Groups and Concept Viability Administrator, and most recently he worked as Programme Executive for Public Sector. He has a postgraduate degree in International Relations from the Andrzej Frycz-Modrzewski Cracow University.
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Phone:
- 020 7331 2006
- Twitter:
- @techUK
- Website:
- www.techuk.org
- LinkedIn:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucas-banach-50139650
