Capacity workbooks

Network Scenario Headroom Report  

The Network Scenario Headroom Report (NSHR) consists of two capacity workbooks for both demand and generation on the distribution system. The publication of these workbooks is the first step in our plan to publish the Distribution Network Development Plan (DNDP). Publication of the DNDP is a requirement of EU Directive (2019/944) which stipulates that Distribution System Operators should publish a Network Development Plan every two years. It is planned to publish the full DNDP later in 2025. The purpose of the plan is to provide a useful source of information on the future plans for reinforcement and flexibility service needs on our electricity network. 

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Network scenario headroom capacity workbooks

Download Demand Capacity Headroom Report 2024

Generation Capacity Workbook will be published in Q1, 2025

Note: Users should download a copy of the workbooks to a local drive in order to use the workbooks effectively.

Disclaimer: The capacity workbooks provide an indication of the available transformer capacity at substations. It does not guarantee the same capacity is available in the upstream networks such as the 38 kV network feeders or transmission system bulk supply points. It cannot be relied upon in isolation to assess the viability of a connection to a premises. Whilst we use reasonable endeavours to ensure that the capacity workbooks and related information are accurate, we do not warrant, and do not accept any responsibility or liability for, the accuracy or completeness of the content or for any consequence or loss which may arise from reliance on the capacity workbooks or related information. The available capacity figures will be updated annually. The legal disclaimer terms and conditions for use of our website apply to the capacity workbooks and related information.

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If you have any feedback or comments on the headroom capacity workbooks please contact us at the following email address development.plans@esbnetworks.ie