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Replacement Security of Supply Forecasting and Information Policy

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The Electricity Authority has decided to a replace the Security of Supply Forecasting and Information Policy (SOSFIP), effective from 1 June 2023.

In November 2022, we consulted on some changes we wanted the system operator to make to the draft SOSFIP they had submitted. Thanks to all those who made a submission during our consultation. We made several changes to reflect your feedback.

We have now approved the replacement SOSFIP.

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