faq

What are the main codes that I will have to sign up to when accepting an offer from National Grid?

On signature of an Agreement with National Grid, customers are bound by the following codes –

Connection Use of System Code (CUSC)
The CUSC is a licensed based code that sets out the principal rights and obligations of each party for connection to or use of the GB transmission system. The code also sets out provisions in relation to balancing services.

For more information on this code, please use the following link – CUSC

Grid Code
The Grid Code sets out the operating procedures and principles that underpin National Grid’s relationship with all users of the GB Transmission System. The code explicitly explains the day to day procedures for planning and operational purposes.

For more information on this code, please use the following link – Grid Code Link

Balancing & Settlement Code (BSC)
The Balancing & Settlement Code governs the arrangements for electricity balancing and settlement in Great Britain. This is done through Elexon who are the Balancing & Settlement code company and manage the BSC on National Grid’s behalf.

For more information on this code, please use the following link, which will take you to Elexon's website – BSC Link