Should Iceland be proactive in ensuring electricity security of supply?

The Icelandic national government and regulators should be proactive in ensuring that their citizens and the companies functioning in Iceland have acceptable levels of electricity security of supply.

How does Iceland's electricity system function?

Iceland's electricity system functions by detecting faults and any deviation from normal operating parameters. In addition to its own systems, Landsnet also services the same type of protective systems for generators, transformers, and other electrical equipment in Landsvirkjun’s power stations.

Should gas power plants be built in Iceland?

In contrast, it is suggested to discard the installation of gas power plants in Iceland. The Icelandic system seems less secure, more expensive, more polluting, and more dependent on a foreign fuel source when installing these plants than when building the Blönduveituvirkjun power plant.

Is there a regulatory framework for lectricity E security of supply in Iceland?

This document discusses the regulatory framework currently in place in Iceland regarding electricity e-Security of Supply and proposes some alternatives to enhance it. The regulatory framework for electricity e-Security of Supply in Iceland is discussed in this document, along with proposed alternatives.

Does interconnector increase energy security in the Icelandic system?

The interconnector increases energy security in the Icelandic system, as it functions as backup in instances of scarcity and necessitates an expansion of the local generation capacity.

Does Iceland need a long-term energy policy?

Iceland needs long-term energy policies for maintaining and enhancing energy security, specifically for electricity supply. Some options include expanding clean energy capacity. (The passage also mentions other options for energy security and economic growth, but the focus is on electricity supply in response to the question.)