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CLC-A: Capacity limitation on request<\/h1>\n
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How does a CLC-A work?<\/h2>\n

A Capacity Limiting Contract on Request, also known as dynamic capacity limitation, is an agreement between a large consumer or producer and the grid operator. The participant makes flexible capacity available, which the grid operator can activate when congestion threatens. <\/p>\n

This means you do not know in advance on which days or at which times it will be needed. Notification is given at the latest the day before (day-ahead). During the agreed hours, you must limit or adjust your capacity.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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Why enter into a CLC-A?<\/h2>\n

A CLC-A provides a financial reward. Companies are compensated both for making their capacity flexibly available and for each time they are actually called upon. For businesses, this is attractive because it generates revenue from flexibility that would otherwise remain unused. At the same time, it helps reduce waiting lists for new connections and prevents congestion.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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Who is it suitable for?<\/h2>\n

A CLC-A is especially suitable for companies with controllable processes or installations that can be relatively easily scaled back. Examples include manufacturing companies, cold stores, greenhouses with CHP units, or solar farms. It is attractive for companies with sufficient flexibility (usually >1 MW) and the willingness to use it occasionally, even when called upon unexpectedly. For businesses that prefer fixed times, a CBC-T is more suitable, while companies seeking more freedom may find redispatch a better fit.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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Does CLC-A fit my company?<\/h2>\n
Financial compensation for availability and activation.<\/div>\n
Direct contribution to reducing congestion.<\/div>\n
Relatively easy to integrate with existing processes.<\/div>\n
Gives companies influence in the energy transition.<\/div>\n
Uncertainty about when and how often activation will occur.<\/div>\n
Requires flexibility in processes and strong internal coordination.<\/div>\n
Only attractive with sufficient capacity (usually >1 MW).<\/div>\n
The contract sets a binding obligation: opting out is not possible.<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n
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A CLC-A in 6 steps<\/h2>\n
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1. Register with your grid operator or GOPACS<\/h3>\n

Express your interest via the website or account manager of your grid operator. Or let GOPACS guide you through the registration process and required steps.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Set up a contract with your grid operator<\/h3>\n

Agree with the grid operator on volumes, conditions, and compensation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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3. Technical setup<\/h3>\n

Ensure your connection is measurable and, if needed, install an Energy Management System (EMS) to automate activations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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4. Create an account on GOPACS and register your connection (EAN).<\/h3>\n

Create an account<\/a> for your company on GOPACS. Once it has been activated, you can log in to the application and register the connection with CBC-A. After your grid operator has completed the verification, you are ready to receive flex signals. If you work with a CSP, they can also complete this step for you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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5. Active participation<\/h3>\n

You will receive activation requests when congestion is expected and must reduce accordingly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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6. Receive compensation<\/h3>\n

Afterward, the delivered flexibility is settled and paid out.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Get a CLC-A<\/h3>\n

Join congestion management and earn by using your flexibility smartly. Benefit from attractive compensations while contributing to a more reliable electricity grid.<\/p>\n

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A CLC-T in practice<\/h2>\n

1. Sign contract<\/h4>\n

A grower with a CHP unit signs a CLC-A with their grid operator for 2 MW of flexible capacity.<\/p>\n

2. Activation<\/h4>\n

On a day in June, the grid operator foresees congestion. The grower receives notice one day in advance: \u201cTomorrow between 14:00 and 17:00 reduce to max. 70%.\u201d<\/p>\n

3. Execution<\/h4>\n

During the agreed time window, the grower adjusts the CHP via the EMS down to 1.4 MW.<\/p>\n

4. Compensation<\/h4>\n

After verification, the grower receives both an availability payment and a payment per activated MW.<\/p>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n

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CLC-A Glossary<\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n
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Transport Capacity<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n <\/summary>\n
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Transport capacity is the amount of electricity that can be safely and reliably transported via the grid of the grid operator to and from a connection or area.<\/p>\n

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Congestion Management<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n <\/summary>\n
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Congestion management is the set of measures used to prevent and resolve congestion on the electricity grid. When a local transport constraint occurs, due to deviations from the planned schedule (e-programme), grid operators actively adjust to keep the grid safe and balanced.<\/p>\n

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Congestion Situation<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n <\/summary>\n
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A congestion situation occurs when, at a specific moment, the electricity grid needs to transport more power than is technically safe. There is temporarily insufficient transport capacity, and the grid reaches its local limit.<\/p>\n

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Flexibility bid<\/h3>\n <\/div>\n <\/summary>\n
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A flexibility bid is a proposal from a Congestion Service Provider (CSP) to temporarily make flexible capacity available via redispatch<\/a> on the congestion market, helping to prevent or resolve grid congestion. A flex offer follows a market announcement\u00a0<\/a>and consists of several standard components.<\/p>\n

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Other forms of flexible power<\/h2>\n
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Fixed times contract
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Flexibility is delivered at fixed, pre-agreed moments. This provides certainty and yields a fixed availability fee.<\/p>\n

CSC-T<\/a>
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Contract on request
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Flexibility is only requested when the grid is at risk of overload. You receive a fee per time you are called upon.<\/p>\n

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Mandatory bidding
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With every market request you are obliged to place a flex-bid. The income depends on market prices.<\/p>\n

Mandatory bidding contract<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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You offer flexibility whenever it suits you. Successful bids generate a fee per activated megawatt hour.<\/p>\n

Redispatch<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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