GCRP – DSU WG Update

11 th February 2015 Robbie Aherne

DSM Rapidly Evolving and Growing….

DSU Operator

Grid Code Modifications

• CER Grid Code Mod Approval (19/01/2015) – MPID 253 - DSU Application – MPID 255 - DSU Housekeeping – MPID 256 - DSU Notice Time – MPID 258 - DSU Signal List • Recommendation Papers sent to CER (21/01/2015) – MPID 254 – DSU Frequency Requirements – MPID 257 – DSU Performance Monitoring • Following consultation, SONI have sent corresponding mods to UR for approval

DSU WG Update

• TSO and DSO focussed on developing all island DSU application process • Reflects last DSU WG meeting which raised questions on different approach, requirements for studies, timelines • Close to developing a process • Next DSU WG will likely be scheduled for March to discuss proposal with industry