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Electrical grid

Grid Connection Guide

Understand grid interconnection processes, timelines, and requirements across European markets.

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Country-Specific Grid Information

Browse detailed grid connection information for each European market.

FR

France

Lead Time

13-22 months

Regional variations; southern regions have faster timelines

Connection Process

  1. 1.

    Pre-study Request

    1-2 months

  2. 2.

    Full Study and Proposal

    4-6 months

  3. 3.

    Agreement Signature

    2 months

3 documents required

DE

Germany

Lead Time

18-36 months

North-South bottlenecks; offshore wind has dedicated capacity

Connection Process

  1. 1.

    Informal Inquiry

    1 month

  2. 2.

    Formal Application

    4-6 months

  3. 3.

    Connection Offer

    2-4 months

3 documents required

ES

Spain

Lead Time

12-24 months

Significant queue in high-generation areas; prioritization for storage

Connection Process

  1. 1.

    Pre-application Consultation

    1 month

  2. 2.

    Grid Access Request

    3-6 months

  3. 3.

    Connection Agreement

    2-3 months

3 documents required

Note: Lead times are indicative and vary by project size, location, and grid capacity.