Distributed Load Shedding Trial
Distributed load shedding (effacements diffus) involves aggregating the load shedding actions implemented by consumers connected to the distribution networks (mainly on heating installations).
These load shedding operations are activated through boxes installed at consumers premises and remotely controlled by a centralized, operator-managed control point. This operator can then, provided he is able to activate a global demand reduction of at least 10 MW, put this service to use on the Balancing Mechanism, enabling RTE to offset imbalances between injections and extractions on the French power system.
In 2007, RTE led a consultation with market players via the CURTE, examining the conditions for running a trial to test the effectiveness of such a system.
Following the consultation, RTE obtained approval from the French energy regulator CRE in its Decision of 5 December 2007 for implementing the Provisional Rules on Implementation of the Distributed Load Shedding Trial.
The trial begins on the date the Trial Rules on implementation of the Distributed Load Shedding trial are published on the RTE website. It will end the 30 June 2010, as approved by Decision of the French Energy Regulator CRE on 18 June 2009. During this trial period, players interested in testing a distributed load shedding mechanism will be required to sign up to the Trial Rules.
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| Rules | .zip (249 Ko)  |
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Documents updated on : 01/03/2008
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