Conclusion

For offtakers at higher voltage levels, saving on transport costs is currently difficult and risky, which does not contribute to business cases for investments in production and flexibility behind the meter. However, the ACM is aware of this, and the necessary changes may be on the horizon, although not yet in 2025. Until then, large offtakers investing in their energy management must carefully consider the transport cost system to avoid unexpected surprises. Nonetheless, for offtakers that already want to explore a business case around flexible grid use, there is the possibility of participation in congestion management.

This blog was the third and last in a series. Missed the previous two blogs on the producer tariff? Please be referred to the following links: The producer tariff: the goals, dynamics and dilemmas and The producer tariff: financial implications and redress for existing projects.

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