Elia / : publishes its adequacy and flexibility study for the period 2022-2032
June 25, 2021 at 08:41 am EDT
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25 June 2021
Elia publishes its adequacy and flexibility study for the period 2022-2032
On Friday, as required by law, Elia published its most recent biennial study on Belgium's adequacy and flexibility needs for the coming decade.
The adequacy assessments were performed using new European methodologies and the study was prepared in close collaboration with different authorities from the energy sector. To ensure Belgium's security of supply during the period 2022-2032, attention must be paid to the impact of the gradual phase-out of nuclear power (as required by law) and the changes brought about by the European Green Deal.
Based on the numerous calculations we performed and the various scenarios we examined, Elia has identified three key messages: there is an urgent need for new capacity; there is a need for a supporting mechanism; and Belgium must prepare to become a carbon-neutral society.
The study confirms the urgent need for additional domestic capacity in order to be able to cope with the planned phase-out of nuclear power.
Current markets will not provide the sufficient stimulus required, making the creation of a CRM the solution of choice.
In addition to tackling pressing issues in the run-up to 2025, Belgium must prepare for its transformation into a carbon-neutral society by 2050.
Electrification will not only help decarbonise parts of society, but will also enable flexibility to be built into the whole system.
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Elia Group SA/NV is the Belgian transmission system operator, transmitting electricity efficiently, reliably and securely from producers to distribution system operators and major industrial users. The group is responsible for importing and exporting electricity from and to neighbouring countries.
Elia Group SA/NV owns the entire Belgian very high voltage grid (150 to 380 kV) and some 94% (ownership and user rights) of the Belgian high-voltage grid (30 to 70 kV). The grid is a key link between electricity markets in northern and southern Europe. It also links Belgian producers and consumers. Belgium's recent investment in interconnection capacity with its neighbours makes it one of the most open and interconnected grids in Europe.
Elia Group SA/NV has recently expanded its activities on a broader European level and, following its acquisition of the German TSO 50Hertz and in cooperation with Industry Funds Management (IFM), is now one of the top five transmission system operators in Europe.
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