RIIO-3 Network Innovation Allowance (NIA) governance

Publication type:
Guidance
Publication date:
Topic:
Energy network price controls,
Electricity distribution
Subtopic:
Network Innovation Allowance (NIA)

Arrangements for the governance and administration of the RIIO-3 Network Innovation Allowance (NIA).

Details

As part of the RIIO-3 network price control for electricity transmission, gas transmission and gas distribution commencing on 1 April 2026, and the regulatory framework for National Energy System Operator (NESO) commencing on 1 April 2026, licensees are awarded NIA to fund innovation projects. 

This RIIO-3 NIA governance document sets out arrangements for the governance and administration of the RIIO-3 NIA.