Concepts of flexibility provision by local resources
Electrification of energy demand (particularly in heating and mobility) alongside the rapid proliferation of distributed generation (especially rooftop PV) is presenting significant challenges to distribution system operators (DSOs). Most distribution grids were not typically designed to accommodate the increased, and especially the bidirectional, power flows. To reduce the need for costly and extensive network extensions […]
Upcoming 31st Executive Committee Meeting
The 31st meeting of the ISGAN Executive Committee (ExCo31), hosted by Ricerca sul Sistema Energetico (RSE), will take place in Rome, Italy, from March 17 to 19, 2026. In conjunction with ExCo31, ISGAN will organize two on-site side workshops addressing key topics for the clean energy transition and smart grid development. These workshops will bring […]
Flexibility acquisition mechanism designs
This report has been developed within the framework of international collaboration between ISGAN, BRIDGE, and the European Commission’s BeFlexible project. It reflects the joint efforts of project partners to analyse how different acquisition mechanisms, such as network tariffs, flexible connection agreements, and local flexibility markets, can support DSOs in addressing network needs. The results presented […]
Survey on Flexibility Market Implementation and Development
The increasing penetration of renewable energy sources, alongside growing policy support for decarbonization and decentralized energy systems, has heightened interest in local flexibility markets across Europe. Within the framework of the EU’s Clean Energy Package—particularly Directive (EU) 2019/944 and Regulation (EU) 2019/943—Distribution System Operators (DSOs) are encouraged to explore flexible solutions at the local level […]
Case Studies of Data and Digitalisation as an Enabler for Energy Flexibility
This data and digitalisation case studies collection was prepared by the Energy Systems Catapult UK on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ), UK, under the ISGAN Working Group 9 Task on Interoperability. Energy Systems Catapult acts as the UK Alternate Delegate for ISGAN and manages Working Group 9 on behalf […]
Integrating Flexible Resources into Distribution Network Planning
This brochure presents the insights gathered as part of the ISGAN WG9 Task, drawn from stakeholder engagements with representatives from Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, Japan, the Republic of Korea, the United Kingdom, and Spain. As energy systems undergo rapid transformation due to increasing electrification and the integration of distributed energy resources, traditional distribution network planning faces […]
30th Executive Committee Meeting
Between 13 and 17 October 2025, the 30th ISGAN Executive Committee Meeting took place in Dublin, Ireland, hosted by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). Representatives from 18 countries and the European Commission met to advance collaboration in developing smarter, cleaner, and more flexible electricity grids. The three-day meeting involved engaging discussions and strategic […]
[CEM16: Side Event] Advancing Clean Energy Transition: The role of Distribution Grid and DC solutions for the Modernization
[CEM16: Side Event] 11th ISGAN Annual Awards Ceremony
ISGAN Webinar – ISGAN Lighthouse Foresight and Strategic Decision Making
Wed, Sep 10, 12:00 PM GMT+2 – ISGAN Virtual Learning webinar on ISGAN Lighthouse Foresight and Strategic Decision Making
