Abstract

This article investigates the potential for the Netherlands to establish a national capacity mechanism within the scope of the provisions of the Electricity Regulation (EU) 2019/943 under articles 20 to 22, to address local capacity shortages and support the national energy transition. Currently most of the country is facing severe congestion challenges and resource adequacy issues are expected by 2033. The article examines whether the introduction of a capacity mechanism in the country could alleviate local constraints while bolstering the nationwide electricity ...