Frequently asked questions
We have published Gate 1 and Gate 2 FAQ documents. These are updated regularly as the Reform process develops.
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These documents provide guidance about Connections Reform, as well as templates to support specific parts of the process.
Use this template to provide the required declaration for your Connections Reform project.
Read how distribution projects are ordered within the reform connections pipeline.
Read NESO's guidance on the Gate 2 to Whole Queue proess and customer requirements.
View NESO's Connections Reform design documents and methodologies, including the Gate 2 methodology.
Read the requirements projects must meet to keep their place and progress through the connections pipeline.
We have published Gate 1 and Gate 2 FAQ documents. These are updated regularly as the Reform process develops.
We have developed a range of data tools to help our customers find important information quickly and easily.
View capacity headroom at Grid Supply Points. This can help prospective developers identify where a generation connection may be available sooner or at lower cost.
A regional view of generation and storage connections that have received a Gate 2 to Whole Queue process (G2TWQ) response under Connections Reform.
Connecting customers can use their enquiry reference to identify their queue position.
Access published Connections Reform datasets, including anonymised Gate 2 outcomes and related pipeline information.
The Network Opportunity Map provides a view of possible connection opportunities across our Bulk Supply Points, Primary Substations and Distribution Substations.
The Curtailment Estimator self-serve portal helps customers produce curtailment estimate reports, with the ability to alter variables, for non-firm connections.
CIM Explorer allows customers to explore and interpret network information quickly and easily, without specialist grid modelling expertise.
The National Energy System Operator (NESO) publishes important information relating to the Connections Reform Process.
The Energy Networks Association (ENA) represents energy network operators and is a key partner in delivering Connections Reform.
Find ENA guidance and application requirements for generation connections, including updated distribution queue entry requirements.
Email us if you have a question, did not receive a verification email or you want to give feedback on our webinars or supporting materials.
Due to the high numbers of enquiries, we aim to get back to you within 7 days.
For complaints relating to Connections Reform, read our complaints guidance.
