Manuelle Feasibility-Studien und hohe Bearbeitungskosten
Definition
Regelleistung-Online platform explicitly identifies 'high processing costs' as a core problem. TSOs conduct full feasibility studies including grid impact analysis, cost estimates, and timeline projections. With 9,710 requests/year and only ~40% approved, TSOs are conducting engineering studies on ~6,000 projects that will not proceed. Amprion's documented procedure requires: qualified request submission, feasibility study (typically 4-6 months), connection commitment issuance, grid connection contract negotiation. Each cycle involves manual technical review, document validation, and correspondence. Peak application volumes force overtime hiring and contractor engagement.
Key Findings
- Financial Impact: Estimated €50-150K per feasibility study × ~6,000 non-approved annual requests = €300-900M annual waste; TSO administrative overhead estimated €100-250M/year; €15-40K per TSO employee per month in overtime during peak submission periods
- Frequency: Continuous; 9,710 requests annually require feasibility screening; 60% rejection rate means 60% of studies are on non-viable projects
- Root Cause: Absence of digital pre-screening tools (automated load-flow analysis, GIS site assessment); manual document intake and validation; no preliminary feasibility filters before full study initiation; inadequate staffing for peak periods
Why This Matters
This pain point represents a significant opportunity for B2B solutions targeting Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution.
Affected Stakeholders
TSO grid planning engineers (50 Hertz, Amprion, Tennet, TransnetBW), DSO system planning teams, Feasibility study contractors and external consultants, Grid connection project managers
Action Plan
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Methodology & Sources
Data collected via OSINT from regulatory filings, industry audits, and verified case studies.