POWER: Statnett Proposes New Network Tariff Model
Statnett has introduced a new tariff model for consultation, aiming to optimise existing grid capacity and support the expansion of Norway’s power network, the TSO said.
- The proposed model seeks a fairer distribution of costs while ensuring necessary investments are made efficiently by better reflecting customer capacity use costs and adjust the cost distribution among regular consumers, industry, and power generation.
- Business demand for grid capacity is high, driven by both new connections and existing industry electrification, Statnett added.
- The existing tariff model, established in 2003, needs updating to align with current power system dynamics and provide clearer investment signals.
- In 2024, Statnett's share of network rent for households and general business activities ranged from 3 to 6 øre/kWh, depending on geographical location.
- The consultation process is open for input until 4 April, with a joint meeting scheduled for 10 March to discuss the proposal.
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