The degree to which information on Energy ResourceA universal term for all technologies that provide one or se... characteristics and operational information is available to the Market/System Operator (MSO)An entity that combines the functions of the Market Operator..., Distribution System Operator (DSO)A future-oriented set of capabilities required in a high-CER..., and other authorised third parties. Examples include real-time or near real-time information on:
- the DemandThe electricity needed at a point in time, expressed as kilo... and SupplyThe total amount of Electricity supplied by one, many or all... of each Energy Resource;
- the State of ChargeThe current level of Energy stored or available in an Energy... for Energy StorageVarious means of storing energy, either directly or indirect...; and,
- the availability of Flexibility of response from each Energy Resource; and,
- The VoltageThe electrical force or electric potential between two point..., FrequencyThe number of cycles occurring in each second in an Alternat... and Power FlowsThe movement of electric Power within a Grid, historically f... experienced on major network elements.