Roadmap for the Reduction of SF6 Emissions from Switchgear and Controlgear
15 October 2017
Core Message of the ZVEI Roadmap
- The replacement of switchgear and controlgear of the first and, possibly, second generation with switchgear and controlgear of the latest generation presents con-siderable potential for SF6 reduction in the short and medium term.
- Care should be taken to ensure that all equipment in transmission and distribution networks is not operated for a period exceeding the ordinary useful life as defined in the German Electricity Grid Charge Ordinance (Stromnetzentgeltverordnung − StromNEV).
- The creation of target-oriented incentive systems could promote and strengthen the introduction of SF6-free alternatives. The use of SF6 must continue to be admissible beyond 2030.
- In ZVEI’s opinion, total admissible emissions according to the voluntary self-com-mitment (17 t p.a. for 2020) can be halved with regard to 2030.
