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Grid Code modifications

Find a list of all modifications made to the Grid Code.

Why we make modifications

The Grid Code is continuously evolving. Modifications are made to ensure compatibility with the I-SEM (wholesale electricity market), new generation technologies, demand side management and European Network Codes. 

This table shows updates to the SONI Grid Code since 14 February 2020.

Grid Code / PPM Settings Schedule
Modification
Description
Date
Approval

GC_2024_2

Addition of Network Code HVDC requirements

08/05/24

GC_2024_1

Generator aggregator system operator agreement update definitions

20/03/24

GC_2023_3

Grid Code and PPM Settings Schedule updated for ESPS Modification

08/12/23

PPMSS_2023_2

Grid code updated for DSUSOIA.

08/12/23

PPMSS_ 2023_1

PPM Schedule updated to incorporate additional required PV signals.

08/12/23

GC_2023_2

Grid Code updated to incorporate approved RoCoF requirements

09/02/23

GC_2023_1

Condition 16 Grid Code Modification

Grid Code updated to incorporate approved Metering Code requirements

08/02/23

GC_2020_1

RfG Grid Code Modification

Grid Code updated to incorporate approved RfG requirements

08/10/20