Two types of congestion
There are two forms of grid congestion, and it's crucial to understand which applies to your connection:
Consumption congestion (Afnamecongestie)
Too many consumers simultaneously on the same grid. Typical for: industry, charging plazas, datacenters, heat pumps. The solution: limit or shift consumption.
Feed-in congestion (Invoedingscongestie)
Too much generation simultaneously back onto the grid. Typical for: solar parks, wind parks, battery installations. The solution: limit feed-in.
Can both apply at once?
Yes. Some customers have a single connection with both consumption and feed-in congestion. Think of a company with solar panels and a large heat pump. Multiple flex contract arrangements can then apply simultaneously.
Which flex contracts address which type?
- CBC: Can address both consumption and feed-in congestion by limiting peak capacity
- CSC: Active flexibility delivery — applicable to both types depending on the direction of the call-off
- Bidding obligation: Primarily for feed-in congestion on the transmission grid
Understanding your type of congestion is the first step to choosing the right flex asset and contract. Contact Skoon for a free assessment.