Industrial Accelerator Act: What it means for grids and the energy transition
The European Commission (EC)’s Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) published on 4 March 2026 marks a significant step in reshaping the European industrial policy and aims to reinforce manufacturing capacity, support decarbonisation, and enhance strategic autonomy. Although primarily targeted industry, the initiative has clear and growing relevance for electricity networks, particularly to DSOs, whose role at […]
DSO Entity, ENTSO-E, Europacable and T&D Europe held a joint Stakeholder Workshop on advancing resilient electricity grid supply chains
Brussels, 6 May 2026 – Yesterday Entity, ENTSO-E, Europacable, and T&D Europe jointly hosted a stakeholder workshop aiming at strengthening resilient grid supply chains. The workshop also assessed the progress realised while delivering both the Action 13 of the Grid Action Plan and the Joint Roadmap towards Future-Proof Grids, developed by the four organisations and […]
The Grids Package: DSO Entity publishes its recommendations
In March 2026 DSO Entity published its comprehensive reaction to the European Grids Package. The package is welcomed as part of a broader European Grids Momentum, which recognises electricity grids as the backbone of a resilient, competitive, and sustainable European Union. With a focus on three core areas – planning, permitting, and connection – the […]
DSO Entity publishes new report on the key role of electricity distribution grids in strengthening the resilience of Europe’s energy system
On 23 February, DSO Entity published a new report highlighting the growing role of Distribution System Operators (DSOs) in strengthening the resilience of the EU’s energy system in an increasingly decentralised, digitalised and climate-exposed environment. As Europe’s electricity system undergoes profound transformation, the report shows how DSOs, as the largest integrators of renewable energy sources […]
DSO Entity welcomes the publication of the Grids Package
DSO Entity acknowledges of the publication of the Grids Package which was presented on 10 December and included legislative and non-legislatives proposals with a focus on planning, permitting and connecting. The Grids Package builds on the Grid Action Plan (2023) and further aims to improve the conditions for Europe’s grids, which are considered as key-enablers […]
DSO Entity and ENTSO-E on the road to deliver the European Grid Hosting Capacity initiative in line with the Grid Action Plan Point 6
Europe’s energy landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. The rapid growth of the renewable generation, demand electrification and new flexible demand (“loads”), such as heat pumps and charging stations for electric vehicles has placed significant strain on Europe’s power grids. To address these challenges, the European Grid Action Plan – launched by the European Commission in November 2023 – outlines measures to accelerate grid development and integration of renewables. […]
On the road to the Grids Package: DSO Entity’s recommendations
On 13 October, DSO Entity published its recommendations for the upcoming European Grids Package announced for late November. The publication builds on the delivery of the Grid Action Plan and assesses what actions are still necessary to fulfill the EU’s objectives and what level of support is needed for DSOs at the EU and national […]
Delivering the Grid Action Plan – DSO Entity’s role and takeaways
On 9 October, DSO Entity published a comprehensive overview of its active role and delivered tasks in the Grid Action Plan. The publication reviews the work delivered under the scope of the European Commission’s Communication “Grids, the missing link – An EU Action Plan for grids” (GAP), published in November 2023. The GAP has been […]
Mario Draghi’s report “The future of European competitiveness” and its recommendations for European grids
Brussels, 9 September 2024 – Former European Central Bank (ECB)’s President, Mario Draghi published his awaited report: “The future of European competitiveness”. The report, tasked by the European Commission’s President Ursula von der Leyen offers recommendations to tackle the economic challenges and low growth rate of the region. The findings of the report will contribute […]
The Clean Industrial Deal and the Action Plan for Affordable Energy: What’s in it for grids?
Brussels, 26 February 2025 – The European Commission (EC) published its long-awaited proposal for a Clean Industrial Deal that should make Europe’s industry competitive again with a clear focus on supporting the clean tech and energy-intensive industries. Given the relevance of energy prices for Europe’s competitiveness the proposal was accompanied by an Action Plan for […]