Grid issues in Sweden

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Updated: 17.01.2019

Author: Oskar Vågerö

Summary of grid issues

Connection to the grid

The grid operator is statutorily obliged to connect electricity generation plants to the grid. Electricity from renewable sources is not given priority.

Use of the grid

Plant operators are statutorily entitled against the grid operator to use the grid. Electricity from renewable sources is not given priority.

Grid development

The grid operator is statutorily obliged to expand the grids; however, the plant operators are not entitled to an expansion. Electricity from renewable energy sources is not given priority.

Statutory provisions

  • Electricity Act

Sweden

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