2021/22 Black Start Strategy and Procurement Methodology: The Authority’s decision

This letter comprises the Authority’s decision to approve the new Black Start Strategy and Procurement Methodology (the “Methodologies”), submitted by the Electricity System Operator (“ESO”) on 6 April 2021. The Methodologies were submitted pursuant to Part A and Part B of Special Condition 4G of the ESO’s Electricity Transmission Licence. The Authority has determined to approve the Methodologies in accordance with Part C of Special Condition 4G.