National Grid Dips Its Blackout Prevention Plan
The National Grid’s latest update has thrown a wrench into our expectations: the blackout prevention scheme slated for Tuesday night is getting the axe.
What’s the DFS All About?
- Demand Flexibility Service (DFS) – a clever plan designed to give the Energy Supply Operator (ESO) extra wiggle‑room during those brutal winter peak days.
- It’s a bit like a “push‑your‑self‑to‑save” button for the grid, letting the ESO borrow a bit more flexibility when national demand rockets sky‑high.
The Incentive Angle
The service invites regular folks and a few commercial heavy‑hitters to voluntarily adjust when they plug in their devices. Think of it as a sweetened dare: the sooner you power down, the more you’ll be rewarded.
Keep Your Eyes on That 2:30 pm Clock
A National Grid ESO spokesperson gave us the low‑down. The ESO just issued a kind of “you’re listening, people” message to the BMRS, hinting that they might call on DFS tomorrow evening at 2:30 pm.
- Right now, it’s a “maybe” – they’re still weighing the exact need.
- There’s a chance they’ll hand out a 0 MW directive at 2:30 pm, which would basically put a pause on DFS for the night.
So, for the moment, keep your fingers crossed; the next morning will reveal whether the world will power down or stay lit.
