Danish electricity knowledge
Balancing Markets in Denmark
Learn about Danish balancing markets, imbalance prices, balancing energy, aFRR, mFRR, and why Energinet balances the electricity grid.
Last updated 2026-07-25
What are balancing markets in Denmark?
Balancing markets help Energinet keep electricity production and consumption equal in real time. They are used when the power system needs more electricity, less electricity, or faster correction than the day-ahead market planned.
What is an imbalance price?
The imbalance price is the settlement price used when actual production or consumption differs from the planned schedule. It shows the cost of being out of balance in a specific 15-minute period.
What is balancing energy?
Balancing energy is electricity that is activated in real time to correct a surplus or deficit in the power system. It can be upward regulation or downward regulation.
What are aFRR and mFRR?
aFRR is automatic frequency restoration reserve and mFRR is manual frequency restoration reserve. Both are balancing services used to support the power system.