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Streamlining connections workshop

Held at Te Pae, Christchurch on 10 September 2024

The Electricity Authority (EA) are collaborating with the Electricity Networks Aotearoa (ENA) and the EEA to improve the consistency and efficiency of network connections across the country. This includes, reviewing and updating Part 6 of the Electricity Industry Participation Code 2010, establishing standardised technical settings and requirements for connection; and establishing common connection processes to be used by all EDBs.

In this workshop, presenters outlined the combined work plan of this project and sought input on any potential issues that should be considered and added to the project to improve the connection process for distributed energy resources and large loads into the New Zealand’s energy system.

Session one

10 September 2024

Session two

10 September 2024

Presentations

Streamlining connections