Capacity Market: Proposed changes for Prequalification 2026 - Self-nomination of connection capacity for battery storage technologies - Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

Self-nomination of connection capacity for battery storage technologies

39. Do you agree with the proposal to allow self-nomination of connection capacity for CMUs of the fuel type “Storage – Battery”?

Yes No

40. If you disagree with the proposal in Question 39, please state why and provide evidence where possible.

41. Do you agree with the inclusion of a floor on the self-nominated SCC of 50% full connection capacity, which Storage Capacity Providers must adhere to?

Yes No

42. If you disagree with the proposal in Question 41, do you foresee issues with the concept of the floor or the level to which it is set? If not 50%, what would be an appropriate level? Please provide evidence where possible.

43. Do you foresee any unintended consequences or risks which could arise from the proposals set out in Questions 39 and 41?

44. Noting the considerations outlined in this section of the consultation, do you have any further comments or concerns regarding Battery Storage CMUs participating in the CM? Are there any further required changes which have not been identified or considered?