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Format: Partner Publication
Date: 10 April 2024

Boosting flexibility in distribution grids

Report for Agora Energiewende

Preface

This study explores the role of the distribution system operators (DSOs) that needs to plan, build and operate the grid in a transforming energy system aiming for near decarbonisation by 2035. Concretely, the study shall identify the challenges and opportunities of the DSOs, the array of solutions available to enhance flexibility in the system, obstacles and stakeholder concerns and their interaction with regulation.

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Bibliographical data

Publisher: DNV, Agora Energiewende
Authors: Rogier Roobeek, Elisa Anderson Vazquez, Rosaria Nunes, Hans de Heer
Publication date: 10 April 2024
Pages: 86
Project: This publication was produced within the framework of the project Boosting Flexibility.

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Report for Agora Energiewende

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