överföringsnätsoperatören
An överföringsnätsoperatör, commonly referred to as a transmission system operator (TSO) in English, is a key player in the management and operation of an electricity grid within a specific region. In Sweden, the role is regulated by the Energy Markets Inspectorate (Energimarknadsinspektionen, EI) and is responsible for ensuring the secure, reliable, and efficient transmission of electricity across high-voltage power lines. The primary objective of an överföringsnätsoperatör is to maintain grid stability, balance supply and demand, and facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid.
In Sweden, there are two main överföringsnätsoperatörer: Svenska Kraftnät and E.ON Sverige. Svenska Kraftnät operates the
The responsibilities of an överföringsnätsoperatör include maintaining and expanding the transmission network, ensuring grid security by