Today we are publishing a call for evidence to begin the process of our review of electricity distribution and transmission connections policy. The scope of this review includes both the electricity distribution and the transmission networks, and all types of connection customer. This review of electricity connections is included in our Forward Work Programme.
The supply and demand for electricity in Northern Ireland is changing. In particular, a lack of capacity on the network is presenting challenges for connecting to the grid. In light of these challenges, stakeholders have raised concerns about how well connections policy is working.
This call for evidence sets out our strategic priorities, how connections policy currently works, and how the connections market is changing. Against this backdrop, we seek your views on what we should review.
Your input will be valuable in helping us scope and prioritise issues, and where necessary, potential solutions for more detailed consultation.
We welcome responses, preferably in an electronic format, by 5pm on Wednesday 11 January 2017 to:
Ciaran MacCann, Compliance and Network Operations
or
Jody O’Boyle, Compliance and Network Operations
Electricity Connections call for evidence November 2016