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Connections Reform
Connections Reform Frequently Asked Questions
Connections Reform FAQs - responses to questions receiving during the consultation period and recent webinars. Information correct as of 26.02.25

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Connections Applications Pause Webinar Slides 20.01.25
Connections Applications Pause Slides for viewing
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Connections Applications Pause Webinar FAQs
Connections Applications Pause FAQs for viewing
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NESO letter to Ofgem requesting pause in connection agreements
NESO letter to Ofgem requesting approval of a pause period.
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Connections Reform
Open Letter to Industry on the next steps for connections reform
The purpose of the document is to provide information to industry about connections reform and how it will affect them specifically.
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Connections Reform
Connection Reform Methodology Consultation - Non Confidential Responses A-H
Responses to Consultation A-H
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Connection Reform Methodology Consultation - Non Confidential Responses I-R
Responses to Consultation I-R
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Connection Reform Methodology Consultation - Non Confidential Responses S-Z
Responses to Consultation S-Z
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Connection Reform Methodology Consultation - Non Confidential Non Confidential Responses Received via Online Form
Responses to Consultation Received via Online Form
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Connections Reform
Gate 2 Methodology
This refers to the ‘readiness’ and ‘strategic alignment’ requirements for projects to be in the new connections queue.
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Beyond 2030

The Beyond 2030 report builds on the Holistic Network Design (HND) and makes a set of network recommendations throughout the 2030s.
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Future Energy Scenarios (FES)

Future Energy Scenarios (FES) 2024: NESO Pathways to Net Zero represent different, credible ways to decarbonise our energy system as we strive towards the 2050 target.
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Network Options Assessment (NOA)

The Network Options Assessment (NOA) provides our recommendation for which network reinforcement projects should receive investment, and when.
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Clean Power 2030

As the National Energy System Operator (NESO), part of our role is to provide impartial advice to HM Government and the regulator on what is required to securely accelerate the transition away from fossil fuels.
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Electricity Ten Year Statement (ETYS)

The ETYS is our view of future transmission requirements and capability of Great Britain’s National Electricity Transmission System.
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GB 36 Bus electricity transmission network model

The National Electricity Transmission System (NETS) of Great Britain was modelled with precision in DIgSILENT PowerFactory, using a 36-bus equivalent network.
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Markets Roadmap

We are committed to working together with stakeholders as we reform our markets to be fit for a net zero future. We share information on this transition at regular Markets Forums and through our annual Markets Roadmap.
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Summer Outlook

Our Summer Outlook reports are designed to inform the energy industry and support its preparations. They also outline Great Britain’s projected electricity needs for the summer ahead.
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Winter Outlook

The Winter Outlook report presents our view of the security of supply for the electricity systems for the winter ahead.
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Whole electricity system

The journey to creating an energy system fit for the future wouldn’t be possible without close collaboration with industry partners to help the transition.
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System Operability Framework (SOF)

The System Operability Framework (SOF) takes a holistic view of the changing energy landscape to assess the future operation of Britain's electricity networks.
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Regional Development Programmes (RDPs)

RDPs look across the whole electricity system to unlock more network capacity, reduce constraints, and create new revenue opportunities for market participants.