German grid agency pushes operators toward permanent network upgrades over short-term fixes
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Sören Amelang
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Summary
Germany's grid agency (Bundesnetzagentur) is pushing the country's four electricity transmission network operators to invest in permanent grid infrastructure upgrades rather than relying on short-term fixes. The agency warns that the operators' preferred approach could result in an undersized grid and potentially trigger an EU order to split Germany into multiple electricity pricing zones. This grid modernization challenge is a major bottleneck for Germany's energy transition, with billions of euros planned for grid upgrades.
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The agency warned the operators' proposals could leave the country with an undersized grid and trigger an EU order to split Germany into two or more electricity pricing areas.
The electricity grid has turned out to be a major hurdle for a rapid energy transition not only in Germany, but in many countries worldwide.
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