Definition of Central Energy Generation Facilities

In plain language

This definition clarifies which power plants are considered 'central' (and thus protected by the 100-meter buffer zone). It excludes small, decentralized local generators.

Requirement as structured

Defines central energy generation facilities as grid-connected energy generation facilities that are not decentralized generation facilities under § 3 No. 25 of the German Energy Industry Act (EnWG).

Original regulatory text

Anlagen der zentralen Energieerzeugung sind all diejenigen an das Verteilernetz angeschlossenen Energieerzeugungsanlagen, die keine dezentrale Erzeugungsanlage im Sinne des § 3 Nummer 25 des Energiewirtschaftsgesetzes sind

Applies when

country

Germany

regulatory category

General