Call for Applications: Expert Group on the EU's Electricity System Flexibility Needs

The Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) has launched a call for applications to establish an expert group tasked with assessing the flexibility needs of the European Union's electricity system. Applications are open until February 10, 2025, and selected experts will contribute to this mission until April 2027, with the possibility of an extension.

?? Details and application on the official ACER website

Context and Objectives

With the massive growth of renewable energy, the flexibility needs of the electricity system are expected to double by 2030, according to ACER projections. The European Regulation 2024/1747, adopted on June 13, 2024, mandates ACER to conduct an EU-wide assessment of these needs. The evaluation, scheduled for July 2027, will serve as a basis for future policy decisions regarding the electricity market design.

The expert group will support ACER in developing an advanced analytical tool, providing technical recommendations on modeling solutions and offering insights into different approaches to estimate and quantify flexibility needs.

Role and Functioning of the Expert Group

The group will contribute to ACER’s work through:

• Developing modeling techniques aligned with best current practices.
• Analyzing flexibility needs of the European energy grid and identifying optimal solutions.
• Optimizing evaluation methods, particularly regarding simulations and forecasting demand-supply fluctuations.
• Supporting the enhancement of long-term analytical tools.

The group will consist of experts with diverse skills and may be divided into thematic subgroups to optimize contributions and tackle specific challenges in depth.

Selection Criteria and Application Procedure

Applicants must meet the criteria outlined in Annex 1 of the call’s terms of reference and demonstrate proven expertise in:

• Energy system modeling and flexibility needs assessment.
• Electricity markets and regulatory frameworks.
• Energy storage and renewable energy management.
• Integration of intermittent energy sources into power grids.

Submission of Applications

Applications should be sent by February 10, 2025, to the following address: ?? [email protected]

Following the application deadline, ACER will conduct a rigorous selection process to ensure a balanced diversity of skills, guaranteeing a comprehensive and representative approach to energy challenges.

Expected Perspectives and Impact

The expert group’s work will contribute to a better understanding of the challenges of integrating renewable energy, identifying solutions to enhance the resilience and stability of the European electricity grid. This assessment will play a crucial role in guiding future policy decisions and investments in energy infrastructure.

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