Regulation

In the Netherlands, the Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) regulates electricity and gas distribution system operators because, by the nature of their activities, they hold monopoly positions. As a Dutch distribution system operator, Enexis Netbeheer is active in both sectors and is therefore subject to ACM's tariff regulation.

This tariff regulation is aimed at promoting efficiency and ensuring a high quality of the energy networks. The regulation is applied within a regulatory period. The current regulatory period covers five years, from 2022 through 2026.

More information on the current regulatory methodology (2022–2026) is available via the links below. The information is available in Dutch only.

For the regulatory period from 2027 through 2031, ACM is introducing a new regulatory framework. ACM has chosen a regulatory approach that provides ample scope for the necessary investments in electricity networks while offering sufficient flexibility to respond to uncertainties regarding the cost development of electricity and gas networks during the energy transition. At the same time, ACM will continue to ensure that distribution system operators operate efficiently, so that network tariffs do not increase more than necessary.

More information on the future regulatory methodology (2027–2031) is available via the link below. The information is available in Dutch only.