SuperNode has provided feedback on the draft scenario framework for Germany’s Electricity Network Development Plan (NDP) 2037/2045, version 2025, released on 26 September 2024. As a leader in superconducting cable systems, SuperNode supports rapid, sustainable grid expansion aligned with Germany’s decarbonisation goals.
The proposed grid expansions, alongside plans for hydrogen and CO2 pipeline networks, face significant land use challenges. SuperNode urges early action to address these issues, advocating for superconducting cables, which require minimal space and reduce environmental impact, enabling faster grid development. SuperNode stresses that current planning scenarios will quickly become outdated due to evolving energy needs and technologies. Over-dimensioning grid capacity and investing in advanced cable systems today will help avoid future bottlenecks and delays.
SuperNode highlights superconducting cables, with transmission capacities up to 10 GW and minimal land use, as a key to future-proofing grid expansion. While currently used in urban networks, second-generation cables designed for high-capacity transmission are near market-ready but need pilot projects to accelerate deployment.
SuperNode calls for testing innovative technologies like superconducting cables to meet Germany’s long-term energy needs. These solutions will ensure the grid is resilient and capable of supporting the country’s climate goals.
SuperNode’s full response can be found here. The original German version can be found here.
Further info on the Network Development Plan 2037/2045 (2025).