Tutorial C5: Regulatory frameworks for the modernization and life extension of transmission & distribution assets

Presenter: João Mello

The tutorial provides an overview of regulatory frameworks for the modernization and life extension of transmission and distribution assets, addressing the challenges of ageing infrastructure and the demands of the energy transition. 
It highlights the need to balance operational and capital expenditures, while promoting a shift toward risk- and condition-based asset management. 
The tutorial presents an international benchmark, illustrating how different regulatory models influence investment decisions, innovation, and system reliability. 
It also emphasizes the role of incentives, transparency, and performance-based approaches in regulatory design. 

Speakers

João
MELLO