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NESO Data Concentrator API Technical Specification
This document outlines the architecture and integration process for the Data Concentrator API used by the National Energy System Operator (NESO) to facilitate connections with third parties participating in the Dynamic Containment, Moderation, and Regulation programs. The service aims to provide maximum benefits with minimal disruption to current business operations.
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Enhancing Storage in the Balancing Mechanism​ - Webinar slides
Slide deck that was used in the LCP Methodology webinar on Thursday 7 November 2024
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Daily balancing costs - November 2024
Daily balancing cost report archiving
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Operational Metering Trial Summary Report
Summary document for the Trial of Small Aggregated Assets BMU in the Balancing Mechanism.
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Operational Metering Independent Review Project Overview
An overview of the independent review of Balancing Mechanism operational metering standards conducted by DNV.
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Daily balancing costs - October 2024
Daily balancing cost report archiving
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Monthly Balancing Services Summary (MBSS) Oct 2024
The Monthly Balancing Services Summary (MBSS) gives the costs and volumes of balancing services used by the National Energy System Operator.
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Monthly Balancing Services Data (MBSS) Oct 2024
The Monthly Balancing Services Summary (MBSS) gives the costs and volumes of balancing services used by the National Energy System Operator.
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Guidance Note - Good Industry Practice Supporting Data 2024 Jan - August
Good industry practice on PN accuracy guidance note, updated datasets
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Daily balancing costs - September 2024
Daily balancing cost report archiving
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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.