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61st System Operations Committee

Date: 10 June 2020
Place: Teleconference

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60th System Operations Committee

Date: 09 April 2020
Place: Teleconference

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59th System Operations Committee

Date: 12 February 2020
Place: Brussels

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Written Voting Decisions

Steering Group Operations

Note the new ICS reports can be found under system operations code annual reports

Common Grid Model

To guarantee the effcient operation of the end-to-end electrical systems, transmission system operators (TSOs) need complex operational planning approaches across time horizons from several years to the day ahead of delivery; at hourly intervals on the day of delivery as well as in real time.​

These complex operational planning processes, require TSOs to build mathematical models of their grid through consistent data structures. These models allow them to run situational awareness simulations of their grids integrating market schedules with representations of the different elements of infrastructure in service. This simulation process is continuous and iterative across the various time horizons. It ensures constant optimisation of the grid usage while maintaining the security of the system, and thus of electricity security of supply.

The ultimate objective is to have the highest quality forecasts of electricity ows across the pan-European electrical system.

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Continental Europe

Reports and publications below concern ENTSO-E’s synchronous Continental Europe zone.

2018 Reports

2017 Reports

Inertia report

The report analyses the impact of reduced system inertia of the power system of Continental Europe caused by a shift of generation from classical synchronous generation to power-electronic based non-synchronous generation. By performing calculations with a mean frequency dynamic model, responses are given with respect to the required Limited Frequency Sensitive Mode response to Over frequency (LFSM-O) by using the admissible rate of change of system frequency (RoCoF) as one of the main input parameters.

Inertia Report

Blackout in Turkey on 31st March 2015

The detailed report on the third serious event in the Continental European power system within the last 15 years analyses the general system conditions, the sequence of events, the main causes, the critical factors, the power system restoration, the short term and medium term measures and, conclusions and recommendations.

Final report on the Blackout in Turkey 31st March 2015 (V1.0)

Wide Area Monitoring – Current Continental Europe TSOs Applications Overview (September 2015)

The report reflects the current use of Wide Area Monitoring application and tools within the Continental European system. It can be expected that future cooperation and coordination between TSOs will lay the foundation of a more comprehensive system observability.

​Download Wide Area Monitoring Report (V5)

Dynamic Line Rating for Overhead Lines​ (May 2015)

​Based on the need to use more intensively the transmission system infrastructure TSOs have started to investigate which measures are suitable in order to reach this goal.

One of the possible options is the dynamic line rating. This technique allows to gain variable transmission line limits by using environmental cooling or heating conditions as one major input factor.

This report aims to provide an overview of the different ways that TSOs implement this technique in overhead lines.

​Download the Dynamic Line Rating for Overhead Lines​ V6 - Continental Europe TSOs Current Practice​

Compliance Monitoring

2016

Compliance Monitoring Program 2016​:

2015

Compliance Oversight Report 2015:​

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2014

Compliance Oversight Report 2014:

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2009 - 2013

2013

Compliance Oversight Report 2013:

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2012

Compliance Oversight Report 2012:

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2011

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2010

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2009

Compliance Oversight Report 2009:

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The Impact of Dispersed Generation on Continental Europe’s Security of Supply

Some European countries currently have large capacities on installed dispersed generation units. However, the frequency protection settings of these units for automatic disconnection from the grid are no longer in line with standard disconnection limits within the transmission system.

The ENTSO-E System Protection & Dynamics Subgroup, under the Continental Europe Regional Group, has carried out a study on this issue: “Dispersed Generation Impact on Continental Europe Region Security”.

Mostly of the renewable type, these generating units are as a rule, connected to distribution systems and have been subjected to connection requirements compliant with the historical planning and operating principles of distribution systems originally designed for passive loads. If simultaneously applied to a large number of units, such unique frequency thresholds can jeopardise the security of the entire interconnected system if there are frequency deviations.

Germany and Italy have undertaken large programs to retrofit the majority of their existing non-compliant units, which should be completed by end-2014. The results of this ENTSO-E study show that in case of maximum power production of dispersed units, and until the on-going retrofit programs are complete, the frequency gradient after massive disconnection of distributed generation is so high that the first step of under-frequency load shedding is not sufficient to prevent the frequency collapsing.

The ENTSO-E study’s simulations also demonstrate that while completion of the German and Italian retrofit programs significantly reduces the likelihood of load shedding, the probability of triggering load shedding remains significant. Therefore, additional retrofit programs in other European countries are needed to avoid reaching the load shedding threshold.

Download the last report update through the link below. The next update will be published in 2015

Dispersed Generation Impact on Continental Europe Region Security

Earlier Reports

Dispersed Generation Impact on Continental Europe Region Security

ENTSO-E Initial Dynamic Model of Continental Europe

The model describes the general dynamic behaviour of the ENTSO-E Continental Europe power system and is suitable for transient analysis. The model is able to represent the main frequency response of the system as well as the main inter-area oscillation modes.

The use of this model is recommended exclusively under the supervision of ENTSO-E dynamic experts. A party wishing to access the Initial Dynamic Models provided by ENTSO-E will be required to sign a Request Form that inlcudes non-disclosure provisions. If you are a University use The Request Form for Universities.

Please note that the model cannot be delivered to private persons. A legal entity has to sign the The Request Form and take over the responsibilities stemming from it.

Please send the filled-in and signed Request Form to the following address: ENTSO-E, Initial Dynamic Model, Avenue de Cortenbergh 100, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium.

The validity of the The Request will be checked. Please expect that ENTSO-E dynamic experts will contact you to discuss the usability of the model for your project. It is expected that the model will be used for research. It will be delivered by mail containing a link for downloading the requested proprietary format of the model.

Initial Dynamic Model Technical Description

In order to simplify the model and be able to make the network data available to third parties, a few simplifications and anonymisation steps were performed. However, all these adjustments were done in such a way that the dynamic behaviour of the power system is not affected. More details can be found in the Initial Dynamic Model Instruction manual.

The model is currently available in PowerFactory, Netomac, Eurostag, and PSS/E proprietary formats.

[Paper] Dynamic Study Model for the Interconnected Power System of Continental Europe in Different Simulation Tools​

This paper presented at​ PowerTech Eindhoven 2015 conference (Towards Future Power Systems and Emerging Technologies), describes the development process of the Dynamic Study Model (DSM) for t​he synchronously interconnected power system of Continental Europe in different simulation tools.

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Continental Europe Synchronous Area Framework Agreement

Since its entry into force the 14 April 2019, The Synchronous Area Framework (SAFA) for the ENTSO-E Regional Group Continental Europe replaces and supersedes the 2005 Multilateral Agreement Operation Handbook. It develops the Synchronous Area Operation Agreement according to Article 118 of the Guideline on System Operation, one of the eight European network codes and guidelines, and includes also necessary agreements among the TSOs of Continental Europe not bound by EU law.

Policies

IDTitleStatus
P1Load-Frequency Control and ReservesVersion 1.4
P2SchedulingVersion 1.4
P3Accounting and SettlementVersion 1.4
P4Coordinated Operational PlanningVersion 1.4
P5Emergency and RestorationVersion 1.4
P6Data ExchangesVersion 1.4

Appendices

IDTitleStatus
A1List of DefinitionsVersion 1.4
A2List of PartiesVersion 1.4

Nordic

The below reports and publications concern ENTSO-E’s Nordic region.

Nordic System Operation Agreement (Nordic SOA)

The new Nordic system operation agreement (Nordic SOA) entered into force on 14th August 2019. The new Nordic SOA supersedes and replaces the previous SOA.

Nordic System Operation Agreemen

Nordic Balancing

Guidelines

Mid-term adequacy forecast

Reports

2019-2020

2018-2019

2017-2018

2016-2017

2015-2016

2014-2015

2013-2014

2012-2013

2011-2012

2010-2011

2009-2010​

Studies on frequency stability in the Nordic system

The Nordic Transmission System Operators (Energinet, Fingrid, Statnett and Svenska kraftnät) have through the Nordic Analysis Group (NAG) carried out several parallel projects within the domain of automatic frequency control with frequency quality and stability as the main objective.

The project portfolio has consisted of evaluating the performance of and requirements on

  1. Frequency containment process (FCP)
  2. System inertia
  3. Frequency quality
  4. Under frequency load shedding (UFLS)

The goals, results and next steps for each of the individual projects are presented in a high level executive summary​.

The individual project reports can be downloaded here:

Reports on f​uture system inertia

Fault Statistics

Workshop Material

Technical cooperation with third-country TSOs

This document provides recommendations for the cooperation of ENTSO-E with third-country TSOs and is adopted in accordance with Article 8(3)(c) Regulation (EC) No 714 / 2009. In this document, the role of ENTSO-E is to facilitate the cooperation and coordination between TSOs to ensure effective and transparent access to the transmission networks and to provide coordinated and forward-looking planning. Supporting the technical evolution of the transmission system, including the creation of interconnection capacities with third-party TSOs, is a fundamental aspect of ENTSO-E’s remit. Sharing best practices on traditional and new issues will help all involved parties on their way towards a sustainable energy future.

In maintaining and continuously improving these recommendations, ENTSO-E will continue to review and update these recommendations, taking into account practical experience of their implementation. In addition, ENTSO-E intends in the future to consult with third-country TSOs with the intention of making changes that would be beneficial to this framework for technical cooperation.

Managing critical grid situations - Success and Challenges

The report looks at the consequences on systems and markets in the most impacted countries. If the report shows good cooperation notably through Regional Service Coordinators in Western Europe, the cooperation in South East Europe seems to have suffered from a lack of policy and regulatory alignment.

The report lists a series of recommendations like the enhancement of the methodology used in Outlooks to cover more adequacy risks. Today the methodology is not able to forecast situations like the South East Europe January 2017 cold spell. ENTSO-E is committed to make these improvements in time for the next winter outlook.

On net generating capacity, the decrease of fossil fuel (except gas) and the increase in wind and solar is confirmed compared to last summer.

Read Managing critical grid situations - Success and Challenges​​

Annex - A market analysis of the January 2017 cold spell in Europe

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Further Reports and Studies

January 2019 CE Significant Frequency Deviations

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Archive

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