Energy regulation sandbox guidance
- Publication type:
- Guidance
- Publication date:
- Last updated:
- Topic:
- Innovation
- Subtopic:
- Innovation sandbox
- Industry sector:
- Supply and Retail Market,
- Distribution Network,
- Offshore Transmission Network,
- Transmission Network,
- Generation and Wholesale Market
A sandbox can help organisations trial or launch a new business or service. This is usually where the existing rules might be a barrier to progression.
Who should read the guidance
The guidance is for:
- organisations who intend to, or already, operate in a regulated energy market
- people who want to trial or launch an innovative product but are facing a rule-based barrier
- start ups
- new entrants
- established companies in the energy market
- public or third sector bodies
The guidance can also help:
- industry
- innovation funders and supporters
- policy makers
Applying for support
Get in touch with us to discuss your innovative idea, and whether it is suitable for a sandbox application.
We will coordinate involvement from the relevant code administrators. You will be able to submit your application at any time, once we have advised you.
Email sandbox@ofgem.gov.uk.