Response to National Grid ESO regarding HND South Cluster Impact Assessment and Asset Classification
Summary
Ofgem classified transmission assets for the HND South Cluster following National Grid ESO's impact assessment. The decision determines which assets are regulated under different frameworks, affecting cost recovery mechanisms for offshore transmission infrastructure. This follows the established Offshore Transmission Network Review framework for asset classification.
Why it matters
Asset classification determines regulatory treatment and cost recovery for transmission infrastructure, as such affecting who bears these costs and under what framework. The decision follows existing methodology rather than creating new precedent, but establishes pattern for future HND cluster classifications.
Key facts
- •Decision covers HND South Cluster asset classification
- •Published 27 March 2024
- •Follows existing Offshore Transmission Network Review framework
- •Response to National Grid ESO impact assessment
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Response to National Grid ESO regarding HND South Cluster Impact Assessment and Asset Classification | Ofgem Please enable JavaScript in your web browser to get the best experience. BETA This site is currently in BETA. Help us improve by giving us your feedback . Close alert: Response to National Grid ESO regarding HND South Cluster Impact Assessment and Asset Classification Publication type: Decision Publication date: 27 March 2024 Topic: Offshore electricity transmission Print this page Related links Minded-to Decision and further consultation on Pathway to 2030 Offshore Transmission Network Review: Decision on asset classification Share the page Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn We respond in this letter to your request for us to consider the asset classification for the infrastructure proposed in the new network design. We have set out the relevant publications and regulatory framework used in making our determination of the resulting classifications for assets in the South Cluster. Should you have any questions regarding any of the matters raised in this letter, please contact the Offshore Coordination Team at offshore.coordination@ofgem.gov.uk to discuss. Main document Response to National Grid ESO regarding HND South Cluster Impact Assessment and Asset Classification [PDF, 367.70KB] Print this page Related links Minded-to Decision and further consultation on Pathway to 2030 Offshore Transmission Network Review: Decision on asset classification Share the page Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Close