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Improving the visibility of distributed energy assets
Applies to England, Scotland and Wales
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Detail of outcome
The government received 43 responses to this call for evidence from a variety of organisations including:
- Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and Independent DNOs
- manufacturers and installers
- electricity suppliers and generators
- industry trade associations
- local authorities and academics
Respondents provided valuable insights into the benefits of improved asset visibility, highlighted existing barriers such as unclear obligations and fragmented processes, and set out views on potential policy options and opportunities. The government response summarises the responses provided, and sets out a strategic approach for improving asset visibility. We also describe the government’s position and next steps.
We thank stakeholders for the interest and responses to this call for evidence, and will continue to use the views shared as part of ongoing policy development.
Original call for evidence
Call for evidence description
Asset visibility refers to the ability to identify and understand the capacity, location, and use of devices that generate, store, or consume energy, including those capable of flexibility. Such devices include electric vehicle chargepoints, solar panel installations, heat pumps and domestic-scale electricity storage batteries.
These assets operate locally (such as in homes), near the point of consumption, help households and businesses manage their energy use and are essential enablers of the government’s Clean Energy Superpower Mission - helping to make the UK a leader in clean energy by 2030.
Asset visibility is essential for effective network planning, system resilience, and the growth of flexibility markets. All of which helps to minimise energy bills for consumers.
This call for evidence seeks views on:
- the benefits of asset visibility
- a strategic view, considering the flow of asset data from installation to day-to-day use
- options for improving asset visibility
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