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The Grid

The electricity grid is at the centre of the energy transition, and our journey to net zero by 2050. This podcast from eSmart Networks is your guide to how the grid will support the biggest shift in energy usage since the 1950’s – join us for an exciting ride! Visit us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/esmart-networks, find our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm1xJpPsmcC2zrqg-6Qn-XQ

  1. 11/21/2024

    Connection Reform: Connections Network Design Methodology (Nov 24, Part 6)

    After the Connection Queue is filtered by Gate 2 (see previous episode), the Connections Network Design Methodology (CNDM) sets how the Connection Queue will be re-ordered and sorted to allocate capacity and substation connection points. In this episode, Brian & Damian run through step-by-step how NESO plans for this to work, alongside raising some discussion points and issues that you may want to raise in your consultation response. If you want to get your head around the CNDM consultation in 20 minutes, this episode is a great way to start. Links to useful reference materials: Reform Consultation Timeline: https://esmartnetworks.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Ongoing-Upcoming-Industry-Consultations-esmart-Networks.png 6-page summary doc from ESO: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/document/316446/download NGESO Connection Reform web page: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/industry-information/connections/connections-reform Capacity Crunch: State of Play in May podcast (covering why this is needed): https://youtu.be/cH0r8iC3h7Q Listen to the podcast here: Spotify: https://ow.ly/3mFo50Ubyf4 Apple Podcast: https://ow.ly/wQIM50UbyeK YouTube: https://ow.ly/wGM350UbyeN Web Player: https://ow.ly/yGUv50UbyeP YouTube: https://youtu.be/M8RFUosjs_s Follow us on our social media channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esmart-networks/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esmartnetworks Twitter: https://twitter.com/esmartnetworks1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eSmartNetworks

    26 min

  2. 11/19/2024

    Connection Reform: Gate 2 Methodology (Nov 24, Part 5)

    Part 5 in the Connection Reform mini-series follows Part 4 by delving into the next most important Consultation: Gate 2. The Gate 2 Methodology will govern what a project needs to do to be considered for capacity and a 'firm' connection offer. This is essential listening for project developers, those involved in project land acquisition, and project investors who want to understand key risks to large-scale Data Centres, Solar, Battery, and other types of projects. Gate 2 is the first step in deciding the winners and losers in the connection queue. Links to useful reference materials: Reform Consultation Timeline: https://esmartnetworks.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Ongoing-Upcoming-Industry-Consultations-esmart-Networks.png 6-page summary doc from ESO: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/document/316446/download NGESO Connection Reform web page: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/industry-information/connections/connections-reform Capacity Crunch: State of Play in May podcast (covering why this is needed): https://youtu.be/cH0r8iC3h7Q Listen to the podcast here: Spotify: https://ow.ly/pokq50U9KlW Apple Podcast: https://ow.ly/j2BY50U9KlT YouTube: https://ow.ly/gtFn50U9KlU Web Player: https://ow.ly/nThq50U9KlS Follow us on our social media channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esmart-networks/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esmartnetworks Twitter: https://twitter.com/esmartnetworks1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eSmartNetworks

    24 min

  3. 11/15/2024

    Connection Reform: The Big Updates - New Consultations Released (Nov 24, Part 4)

    With a deluge of consultations and documents having just been released covering a lot more detail on how getting connected to the grid will change, Brian & Damian provide a high-level summary of all of the current consultations, what they cover, how they interlink and most importantly key deadlines. They then delve into the first consultation to close, CMP434, which sets the high-level framework for connection reform. This episode provides anyone with a good starting point on Connection reform and will help you make sense of everything that's going on. Links to useful reference materials: Reform Consultation Timeline: https://esmartnetworks.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Ongoing-Upcoming-Industry-Consultations-esmart-Networks.png 6-page summary doc from ESO: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/document/316446/download NGESO Connection Reform web page: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/industry-information/connections/connections-reform Capacity Crunch: State of Play in May podcast (covering why this is needed): https://youtu.be/cH0r8iC3h7Q Listen to the podcast here: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7dcNXoW21ahJa2LqrXM6jr?si=iKqrvOnHTqqjEQtFYQRySw Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/connection-reform-the-big-updates-new-consultations/id1609969567?i=1000677056077 Web Player: https://esmartnetworks-the-grid.captivate.fm/episode/connection-reform-the-big-updates-new-consultations-released-nov-24-part-4- Follow us on our social media channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esmart-networks/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esmartnetworks Twitter: https://twitter.com/esmartnetworks1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eSmartNetworks

    25 min

  4. 08/28/2024

    Connection Reform Aug 24 Update Part 3

    Brian Moorhead, our Grid Consultancy Director, provides an update on the big topic of Connection Reform and where things are at following NGESO's formal consultation. In this condensed 15-minute episode, we focus on three key areas of concern and what's now happening regarding the next steps. Spoiler alert - there are some big issues in the current proposals! Links to useful reference materials: 6-page summary doc from ESO: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/document/316446/download NGESO Connection Reform web page: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/industry-information/connections/connections-reform Capacity Crunch: State of Play in May podcast (covering why this is needed): https://youtu.be/cH0r8iC3h7Q Listen to the podcast here: Spotify: https://ow.ly/vL4v50T8ki2 Apple Podcast: https://ow.ly/UK5o50T8khV YouTube: https://ow.ly/n98p50T8ki5 Web Player: https://ow.ly/R3OI50T8khZ Follow us on our social media channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esma... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esmartnetworks Twitter: https://twitter.com/esmartnetworks1

    16 min

  5. 06/12/2024

    Connections Reform: Part 2

    Delve into part 2 of our connections reform recap! Fundamental Connection Reform to change GB's 'First come, first serve' system to 'First ready, First Connect' targets implementation from January 2025. This is big...it will directly or indirectly impact anyone seeking to connect to the Grid and will significantly change how many projects get connected. In this two-part episode Brian and David walk through what the current proposals are for the new system, what are the big unknowns and what should investors/developers be aware of at this stage. Links to useful reference materials: 6-page summary doc from ESO: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/docum... NGESO Connection Reform web page: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/indus... Capacity Crunch: State of Play in May podcast (covering why this is needed): https://youtu.be/cH0r8iC3h7Q Listen to the podcast here: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dwmeRVky Apple Podcast: https://lnkd.in/eHaUW7Ky YouTube: https://lnkd.in/ezhYzaRF Web Player: https://lnkd.in/ey9pqyKf Follow us on our social media channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esma... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esmartnetworks Twitter: https://twitter.com/esmartnetworks1 Facebook: a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbXFyRnVrRFRLdHVkWUNzMHU0TDRudGk1ZlpKQXxBQ3Jtc0tsbzdCMkdEb2psd2M5bm5KZHRCUnQxN1FLX2ZjRGY1V2ZZeUR6ZmpKVlhvblk0M0ZPdk9YaEcwVThiVVVZalNlY0VnLWgtNE9rM2lpRm9NMG41VmVuQ2xGclpYLVZqb2RlQm1wcDF0cmRtOWpndTdacw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FeSmartNetworks&v=eqIUvPq8P78"...

    21 min

  6. 06/05/2024

    Connections Reform: Part 1

    Fundamental Connection Reform to change GB's 'First come, first serve' system to 'First ready, First Connect' targets implementation from January 2025. This is big...it will directly or indirectly impact anyone seeking to connect to the Grid and will significantly change how many projects get connected. In this two-part episode Brian and David walk through what the current proposals are for the new system, what are the big unknowns and what should investors/developers be aware of at this stage. Links to useful reference materials: 6-page summary doc from ESO: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/docum... NGESO Connection Reform web page: https://www.nationalgrideso.com/indus... Capacity Crunch: State of play in May podcast (covering why this is needed): [https://youtu.be/cH0r8iC3h7Q] Listen to the podcast here: Spotify: https://ow.ly/ooES50Saz9H Apple Podcast: https://ow.ly/HCKH50Saza1 YouTube: https://ow.ly/M9wO50Saz9X Web Player: https://ow.ly/YoEY50Saz9N Follow us on our social media channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esma... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esmartnetworks Twitter: https://twitter.com/esmartnetworks1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eSmartNetworks

    21 min

  7. 05/31/2024

    Capacity Crunch Update: State of Play in May 2024

    Brian Moorhead & David McDonald talk you through the major changes that are just around the corner for grid connections in the UK. For anyone with export capacity connections in the queue (connection offer accepted): we strongly recommend starting to do your homework for the recent Distribution and Transmission Networks Operators joint call to action. All projects are required to provide information on planning status and land rights for all export capacity grid connections (some DNOs have specified >1MW only, we recommend you clarify this if 1MW). Responding on time with the right information could be the difference between having 15 years added to your connection date, or having it accelerated. Export capacity for all accepted offers in the current queue is at risk. ➡️ Listen Now: Spotify: https://ow.ly/ookr50S3LuM Apple Podcast: https://ow.ly/AFvy50S3LuP YouTube: https://ow.ly/AtXZ50S3LuU Web Player: https://ow.ly/RARB50S3LuV Like and subscribe to stay tuned. Follow us on our social media channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esmartnetworks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esmartnetworks Twitter: https://twitter.com/esmartnetworks1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eSmartNetworks

    18 min

  8. 01/18/2024

    2023 Look Back: Changes In How You get Connected

    2023 Grid Connections Reform Review: 2023 could have been one of the busiest years in living memory for reforms around how all types of new development connect to the Grid. In Part 1, Grid Consultancy Director Brian Moorhead and Technical Director David McDonald look back at the key changes announced throughout 2023, along with some highlights on what to look out for in 2024. Brian & David will be back in Part 2 to delve into some of the key items in more detail along with some expert analysis of what it means for new projects in 2024. ➡️Listen Now: Spotify: https://ow.ly/3xyc50Qs06m Apple Podcast: https://ow.ly/6PZr50Qs06A Google Podcast: https://ow.ly/hF8i50Qs06C Web Player: https://ow.ly/Kv8550Qs06l Like and subscribe to stay tuned. Follow us on our social media channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/esmartnetworks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esmartnetworks Twitter: https://twitter.com/esmartnetworks1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/eSmartNetworks

    26 min
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The electricity grid is at the centre of the energy transition, and our journey to net zero by 2050. This podcast from eSmart Networks is your guide to how the grid will support the biggest shift in energy usage since the 1950’s – join us for an exciting ride! Visit us on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/esmart-networks, find our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCm1xJpPsmcC2zrqg-6Qn-XQ

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  • Creator
    Brian Moorhead
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 Brian Moorhead
  • Show Website
    The Grid

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