The energy ministry is considering to promote more extensive use of remote technology that would enable distribution network operator DEDDIE/HEDNO to cut and restrict grid injections of renewable energy output from offsite locations.

The plan would oblige both DEDDIE/HEDNO and PV units with capacities of over 400 KW to install remote systems enabling the operator to control RES production injected into the grid via offsite management.

At present, DEDDIE/HEDNO is able to remotely manage grid-injection curtailment for a RES portfolio of about 1.5 GW from approximately 5.8 GW in RES projects in operation. As for the remainder, cuts can currently only be made onsite by operator crews.

As part of the overall plan, the energy ministry intends to offer compensation packages to investors behind RES units that would be required to install remote technology systems for grid-injection cuts.