Support in the national analysis of flexibility needs in the DSOs´ network, according to the FNA methodology

C. Mateo P. Mastropietro T. Gómez J.P. Chaves M. Martínez

January 2026 - April 2026

Funding entity Asociación de Empresas de Energía Eléctrica (aelec), Asociación de Distribuidores de Energía Eléctrica (CIDE), Asociación de Empresas Eléctricas (ASEME), UFC

The aim of the project is to support the application of the FNA methodology to determine the flexibility needs of DSOs at the peninsular level in 2030 and 2035, and to prepare the final report, ensuring methodological consistency, uniformity in the treatment of DSO data and alignment with the applicable regulatory framework. To this end, specialised support is provided for the following specific objectives:
1. Data processing and preparation
2. Sharing and standardisation of results between DSOs
3. Preparation of the final report

Layman's summary: Methodology to determine the flexibility needs of DSOs at the peninsular level in 2030 and 2035

Techniques employed: Flexibility, scenarios, methodology

Research topics:
• Smart grids
• Planning and operation of networks and DER
• Regulation of energy network infrastructures: transport
• Flexibility and demand response

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