Grid Code
Technical compliance for the Capacity Balance Market
What is the Grid Code?
The Grid Code is a regulation published by the Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) that sets the technical requirements for Qualified Suppliers and medium- and high-voltage load centers with demands above 1 MW participating in the Wholesale Electricity Market (MEM).
Its main objective is to ensure the efficiency, quality, and sustainability of the National Electric System, making sure every market participant meets technical standards that protect grid stability.
Update: Version 2.0 (RES/550/2021)
Version 2.0 of the Grid Code introduces significant changes that impact every MEM user.
Power factor of 1.0 by 2026
The new version sets a progressive target toward unity power factor for all Wholesale Electricity Market (MEM) users.
Maximum 3% current imbalance
The allowable current imbalance limit between phases is reduced, demanding higher installation quality.
Harmonic distortion: 5% medium voltage, 3% high voltage
Stricter THD limits to safeguard power quality across the National Electric System.
Key Technical Requirements
Power Factor
Minimum 0.95 during 95% of monthly time. Users must keep their power factor within the established limits to avoid penalties.
Power Quality
Total harmonic distortion (THD) per IEEE 519-2014 standards. Continuous compliance is required for individual and total harmonic limits.
Monitoring and Reporting
Continuous monitoring of electrical parameters and monthly reporting to CENACE to verify compliance.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
Failing to comply with the Grid Code can result in fines of up to 200,000 minimum wages or 10% of gross revenue of the offending company. A transitional period currently runs through 2026, which represents an opportunity to prepare and comply before sanctions are fully enforced.
Enerlogix Solutions Recommendation
Enerlogix Solutions strongly recommends that medium- and high-voltage users perform a Grid Code assessment. Our team can run a complete diagnostic of your installation, identify areas for improvement, and propose technical solutions to ensure compliance before the transitional period ends.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a regulation issued by the Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) that establishes the technical requirements for Qualified Suppliers and load centers in medium and high voltage with demands above 1 MW connected to the Wholesale Electricity Market (MEM).
It applies to all medium and high voltage users operating in the MEM, including load centers with demands above 1 MW.
Because it ensures the quality and reliability of the National Electric System; non-compliance represents a significant financial and operational risk for market participants.
Through a compliance study that includes electrical measurements, power quality analysis, and evaluation of the parameters set by the CRE.
We perform full diagnostics, on-site measurements, and power quality analysis, and we propose technical solutions to ensure regulatory compliance.
Does your company comply with the Grid Code?
Request an assessment and ensure compliance before the transitional period ends.