Ofgem approves Capacity Market rule changes

Ofgem has given the green light to a number of changes to Capacity Market rules following a consultation.

The change proposals it has decided to approve include one aimed at protecting capacity providers from late network connections.

The proposer of CP371 highlighted that some capacity providers are losing out on multiple years of payments due to delays in connection dates which are outside of their control. Other change proposals approved include clarifying restrictions on the role of agents.

However Ofgem decided to reject a proposal to remove the 50MW limit on individual capacity market units in a portfolio. The regulator said the proposed requirement amounts to an increased level of delivery assurance which is currently being considered by the Government.