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Submission of application for exemption from the Grid Code
Applicants can apply for an exemption from the Grid Code if they are unable to comply with certain clauses. The application must include details such as the reason for non-compliance, current capability, remedial actions, and a project schedule if it's a temporary exemption.
Applications (satisfying the below minimum information requirements) are to be submitted to the Grid Code Secretariat 21 days before the GCAC meeting.
Reference
https://www.nersa.org.za/file/8118/GridCodeExemptionAmendementDerrogationGuideline2.pdf
Submission of application for derogation from the Grid Code
Applicants can request a derogation if they are not compliant with a specific clause but wish to operate under a suspensive condition. The application must include the reason for non-compliance, current capability, and the conditions under which the derogation will remain valid.
Applications (satisfying the below minimum information requirements) are to be submitted to the Grid Code Secretariat 21 days before the GCAC meeting.
Submission of application for amendment to the Grid Code
Applicants can propose changes to existing clauses in the Grid Code. The application must specify the clause to be amended, the proposed changes, and the justification for the amendment.
Applications (satisfying the below minimum information requirements) are to be submitted to the Grid Code Secretariat 21 days before the GCAC meeting.
Application for derogation from the Grid Code
An applicant can request a derogation if they are unable to meet certain code requirements but have a valid reason. The application must state the reason for non-compliance, current capability, and the suspensive condition that will determine the duration and validity of the derogation.
Applications (satisfying the below minimum information requirements) are to be submitted to the Grid Code Secretariat 21 days before the GCAC meeting.
Application for exemption from the Grid Code
An applicant can apply for an exemption from specific clauses of the Grid Code if they cannot comply due to technical, operational, or other valid reasons. The exemption may be temporary or permanent, and must include justification, current capability, remedial actions, and a project schedule if temporary.
Applications (satisfying the below minimum information requirements) are to be submitted to the Grid Code Secretariat 21 days before the GCAC meeting.
Application for amendment to the Grid Code
An applicant can propose changes to a specific clause in the Grid Code by submitting a formal application that includes the proposed change, reason for amendment, and supporting justification for why the change is necessary.
Applications (satisfying the below minimum information requirements) are to be submitted to the Grid Code Secretariat 21 days before the GCAC meeting.
