Global Perspectives on Tso-Dso Coordination Models for Distributed Energy Resources Market Integration
Abstract
The increasing integration of distributed energy resources (DER) like solar, storage, and electric vehicles necessitates effective coordination between transmission system operators (TSOs) and distribution system operators (DSOs). This paper reviews TSO-DSO coordination models in Europe, Australia, and North America, focusing on strategies for DER participation in electric markets. In Europe, regulatory frameworks and flexibility markets aim to enable DER integration. Australia's rapid DER growth has led to innovative approaches for grid stability, emphasizing DER management through system services and demand response. North America is developing models to address regional challenges in DER aggregation and market participation, with a focus on operational integration. Key insights include the need for adaptable market designs, clear regulatory frameworks, and flexible operational coordination to support efficient DER integration and grid reliability. The review identifies common opportunities and challenges, offering valuable insights for advancing TSO-DSO collaboration.
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- Authors
- Couto, M., Javadi, M. S., Osório, G. J., & Catalão, J. P. S.
- Affiliations
- EPRI Europe,Dublin,Ireland
- INESC TEC (PT)
- University of Beira Interior (PT)
- SYSTEC-ARISE, FEUP, UPorto,Porto,Portugal
- Venue
- 2025 21st International Conference on the European Energy Market (EEM)
- Publisher
- IEEE
- Published
- 2025-05-27
- Pages
- 1-5
- OpenAlex
- W4412082481
- Cited by
- 2
- References
- 4
- Citations by year
- 2026: 1 · 2025: 1
- FWCI
- 4.38
- Type
- conference paper
- Language
- en
- Open access
- closed
- Locations
- International Conference on the European Energy Market (EEM) (publishedVersion)
- Topics
- Physical Sciences › Engineering › Electrical and Electronic Engineering › Electric Power System Optimization
- Physical Sciences › Engineering › Electrical and Electronic Engineering › Smart Grid Energy Management
- Physical Sciences › Engineering › Electrical and Electronic Engineering › Optimal Power Flow Distribution
- Keywords
- TSO-DSO coordination, distributed energy resources, market integration, transmission system operators, distribution system operators, flexibility markets, demand response, grid services, regulatory framework, energy storage, electric vehicles, solar energy, power system reliability, market design, Europe, Australia, North America
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