SOEF Markets – Future Arrangements for System Services – DASSA Volume Forecasting Methodology Consultation Paper - Outcomes

Dúnta4 D.F., 2024, 15:00 - 15 Sam, 2024, 17:00

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The consultation

The DASSA Volume Forecasting Methodology Consultation details the key considerations for determining reserve products’ volume requirements on a day-ahead forecasting basis, with a focus on the reserve products as approved by the SEM Committee in its Decision Paper 24-074 on the Product Review and Locational Methodology. These services are vital for maintaining grid stability and supporting EirGrid and SONI’s commitment to integrate up to 80% renewable energy into the electricity supply by 2030.

Your views and suggestions

The TSOs published the DASSA Volume Forecasting Methodology Consultation paper on the 4th of October, opening a 6-week consultation period that closed on 15th of November. All feedback collected during this time was reviewed thoroughly.

Outcomes

The consultation feedback has been reflected into the DASSA Volume Forecasting Methodology Recommendations Paper. The TSOs will soon publish the paper on the EirGrid and SONI websites following the publication of the SEM Committee’s decision on the DASSA Volume Forecasting Methodology, which was released on the 24th of February.

Submissions

9 submissions have raised observations relating to this consultation.

Ceisteanna

C1. Ch 3: Do you agree with our considerations in terms of future system requirements and yearly weekly and day ahead volume forecasting and relevant publications. Are there any additional aspects you believe should be included? .
C2. Ch 3: Do you agree with our proposal on the publication timing of the daily D-1 DASSA Volume Requirement? If you consider an alternative time should be considered please provide a rationale in your response.
C3. Ch 5: Do you agree with our methodology as presented in this Chapter? Do you consider there are other aspects that need consideration or whether there are amendments to the methodology you would recommend?
C4. Ch 6: Do you have any comments on the proposed considerations and options for setting the minimum requirements for implicit bundles? Please provide a detailed rational if you consider additional aspects need to be considered?
C5. Ch 7: Do you consider there are other aspects that need to be taken into account as part of a Volume Forecasting methodology for the reserve services? Please provide detailed rationale for any recommendations you wish the TSOs to consider.