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The CNMC is performing a detailed audit of Spain's electricity network to assess the number of current access requests and identify potential duplications. This is the first comprehensive analysis of its kind in Spain, covering approximately 800,000 km of electric networks managed by companies like Endesa, Iberdrola, Naturgy, and EDP.

Recent years have seen a surge in requests for access permits, driven by various projects, including data centers and renewable energy initiatives. The audit aims to diagnose the extent of network congestion and determine the causes, with the potential for regulatory measures against speculation. The findings will be shared with the government and may lead to a re-evaluation of existing permits to streamline the network.