DSO Entity publishes its reactions to the European Commission’s recent proposal on future-proofing electricity bills
About the proposal DSO Entity welcomes the European Commission’s (EC) proposal on future-proofing electricity bills [1] and its core objectives of bringing down energy prices and accelerating digitalisation and electrification. Responding to the recent energy crisis, the proposal seeks to reduce the grid share of the bill – which accounts for roughly a quarter to […]
Strategic Roadmap for Digitalisation and AI in Energy: The critical role of grids in the Commission’s Tech Sovereignty Package
On 3 June 2026, the European Commission (EC) unveiled its Technological Sovereignty Package, aimed at strengthening Europe’s capacity in critical technologies, infrastructure, services and data, reducing dependencies on non-EU technologies. The package includes four initiatives: the Chips Act 2.0, the Cloud and AI Development Act, the EU Open Source Strategy and, most relevant for grids, […]
EU Energy Package I: Commission targets investment needs of grid operators, energy sharing and flexibility
On 10 March 2026, the European Commission (EC) published the first part of its Energy Package, comprising three non-legislative initiatives, two with relevance for DSOs, to boost access to affordable and clean energy for all Europeans. The Clean Energy Investment Strategy (CEIS) aims to mobilise more private capacity and de-risk investments to finance the energy […]
Energy Package II: Network charges and grid efficiency at the centre of Europe’s electrification agenda
On 17 July 2026, the European Commission (EC) unveiled its Energy Package II designed to accelerate the electrification of Europe’s economy while strengthening competitiveness, resilience and energy security. The package brings together an Electrification Action Plan (EAP), a legislative proposal on future-proofing electricity bills, and a revision of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS). The […]
DSO Entity completed the integration of Gas/H2 DSOs into its existing structure
Five years after its establishment by the Electricity Regulation, DSO Entity has entered a new phase of its development. During its conference, held in Brussels last 25 June, DSO Entity celebrated not only five years of representing electricity distribution system operators (DSOs) at European level, but also the beginning of a new chapter with the […]
DSO Entity 5th Anniversary event: exploring how to build the grids Europe’s needs for a decentralised energy system
During our 5th Anniversary event last 25 June, we retraced our journey since the beginning of our activities in 2021, emphasising how DSOs are central to achieving the European Union’s sustainability objectives, to empowering consumers and to supporting a competitive economy (read more on the first panel here). With Elisa Van Dooren’s (Team lead Strategy, […]
DSO Entity 5th Anniversary event: from where we started to the future of DSOs in shaping the energy transition
Over the past decade, the European energy system has evolved towards a more interconnected yet increasingly decentralised model, in which cooperation has become crucial. The creation of DSO Entity in 2021 acknowledges the growing importance of the decentralised level, with DSOs at its core. On 25 June, DSO Entity held its Annual Conference, which also […]
Towards a more resilient and integrated electricity system: DSO Entity and ENTSO-E launch platform for joint initiatives alongside annual work plan
Brussels, 25 June – , the TSO-DSO Cooperation Platform, a dedicated digital hub bringing together all developed through Transmission System Operator (TSO) and Distribution System Operator (DSO) cooperation. As the energy transition accelerates, closer TSO-DSO will be essential to support renewable integration, digitalisation, security of supply and a more integrated electricity market.The launch took place […]
Strengthening Europe’s Grid Supply Chains: DSO Entity publishes recommendations on procurement and supply chain resilience
In May 2026, DSO Entity published a new report on procurement and supply chain practices among European Distribution System Operators (DSOs). The report contributes to the implementation of Action Point 13 of the European Commission’s Grid Action Plan (2023). The report provides an evidence-based assessment of how current DSO procurement practices support supply chain resilience, […]
DSO-TSO Collaboration: The Network Planning Joint Report was shared during the 12th Energy Infrastructure Forum
A joint report by DSO Entity and ENTSO-E, presented at the European Commissions’ 12th Energy Infrastructure Forum, paints a clear picture: Europe’s electricity system is growing more decentralised, electrified, and complex and keeping it running smoothly will require DSOs and TSOs to work closely together. The report was presented by ENTSO-E System Development Committee Chair […]