Renewable energy in the electricity system: Why the intraday market is crucial

24.03.2026
Holger Feser
Senior Originator at Alpiq
Noémie Kipfer
Regulatory Analyst at Alpiq
As renewable energy capacity expands, the demands on the electricity system are increasing. Photovoltaics, in particular, introduce volatility into generation and increase the risk of forecast discrepancies. The intraday market, as a source of flexibility, is increasingly becoming a key link in the efficient integration of renewables.
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