Asset simulation and indicator calculation – Integrated Link between Asset Management and Regulation

Abstract

ENERVIE Vernetzt, a distribution net operator located in North Rhine-Westphalia, faced the challenge to define the appropriate level of integration between long-term asset management plans over the lifespan and mid-term regulation challenges. It is critical for ENERVIE Vernetzt to know the impact of regulatory effects of technical long-term asset plans, e.g. the dependencies between technical budget and regulatory revenue cap and capital return. In the past both tasks were handled in one tool, what led to some functional and handling issues. Based on an analysis of the different requirements for each task two separated tools, which are closely linked, are established now. The defined level of interaction and data transfer between long-term asset plans and mid-term regulation challenges assured that short-, mid- and long-term planning and decision-making is supported with transparent infor-mation, reflecting both technical and financial / regulatory needs and restrictions. Handling the tasks in closely linked, but separated tools offer several benefits.