Vattenfall IDNO launches a Grid Capacity Insights Platform, designed to streamline the grid connection for commercial and industrial developers in the UK.
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Vattenfall IDNO had launched a Grid Capacity Insights Platform, a cutting-edge tool designed to simplify and accelerate the grid connection process for commercial and industrial developers across the UK. This platform provides developers with detailed data on power availability, grid constraints, and capacity at various voltage levels, enabling smarter site selection and reducing the risk of delays or failed grid applications.
“With the UK on its journey to net-zero, we are aiming to remove as many obstacles as we can in the grid connection process,” says Stewart Dawson, Managing Director at Vattenfall IDNO. “Our Grid Capacity Insights Platform enables large-scale developers to navigate the complexities of grid connectivity, accelerating the electrification of energy intensive sectors to support the UK’s transition to sustainable energy.”
Leading the Transition to Net-Zero
The platform is designed to benefit solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project developers, as well as large industrial energy consumers, by offering actionable insights on the most suitable points of connection. Vattenfall IDNO can also suggest practical cable routes and deliver comprehensive reports to streamline the application process. For major project developers, Vattenfall IDNO’s Grid Connections Consultancy service can even be delivered at no charge when Vattenfall adopts the network, helping to reduce the costs of successful grid applications.
The Grid Capacity Insights Platform is part of Vattenfall’s broader consultancy service, which guides developers through the entire grid connection process, from feasibility assessments to project delivery. Vattenfall also supports the tendering of contestable works and manages network implementation, helping developers navigate the technical and administrative complexities of grid connectivity. To further ease the process, Vattenfall IDNO can even waive consultancy fees for developers who opt for network adoption, reducing the cost burden for those moving towards electrified infrastructure. This approach provides practical support for developers focused on integrating electric energy solutions into their projects.
The platform provides a valuable tool for advancing the UK's transition towards a decarbonised economy by providing clear data on power availability and grid capacity. It helps developers streamline site selection and grid application processes. The technology reduces the complexities of grid access, empowering developers to progress confidently with their projects and contribute to the nation's net-zero goals.
For further information or to explore the Grid Capacity Insights Platform, please visit the Vattenfall IDNO website. Additionally, Product Manager Bilgin Oralerkaya is available for interviews for journalists who would like to understand the platform in more detail.