ADVANT Beiten Wins Big for Germany at EU Court: Grid Component Clarity
ADVANT Beiten, led by Prof. Dr. Rainer Bierwagen, secured a significant victory for Germany at the Court of Justice of the European Union. The ruling clarifies the classification of grid components in cross-border electricity trading and protects national authorities' competencies.
The case revolved around ACER's proposed requirements, which included economic analyses and impact assessments for internal network elements. The court clarified that the only factor determining grid component classification is its influence by cross-border trade.
Prof. Dr. Rainer Bierwagen, along with his team at ADVANT Beiten and colleagues from Berlin and Freiburg, worked tirelessly for over four years to achieve this victory. The ruling provides legal certainty, safeguarding the competencies of national authorities, and ensures that European agencies do not overstep their powers.
The court confirmed that the EU's goal of a minimum cross-border capacity of 70% takes precedence. It overturned ACER's decision, which had imposed additional review obligations that could hinder this goal.
The ruling sets a clear precedent, protecting Germany's and other nations' rights in managing their electricity grids. It ensures that European agencies respect their mandates, preventing unnecessary burdens on cross-border electricity trading.
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