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POWER: Statnett Eases Grid Rules for 10MW Solar Plants with 5MW Battery Systems

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Statnett has simplified grid connections for solar with battery plants, allowing facilities up to 10MW with 5MW battery systems to connect without prior approval, The TSO said today.

  • The grid exchange limit is capped at 5MW, with installed production capacity restricted to 10MW, and annual power withdrawal for battery charging limited to 20GWh.
  • The 5MW cap reflects current network conditions but may be revisited based on operational experience.
  • Regional network companies and Statnett will evaluate whether the limit can be increased over time.
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Statnett has simplified grid connections for solar with battery plants, allowing facilities up to 10MW with 5MW battery systems to connect without prior approval, The TSO said today.

  • The grid exchange limit is capped at 5MW, with installed production capacity restricted to 10MW, and annual power withdrawal for battery charging limited to 20GWh.
  • The 5MW cap reflects current network conditions but may be revisited based on operational experience.
  • Regional network companies and Statnett will evaluate whether the limit can be increased over time.