Real-world energy data of 200 feeders from low-voltage grids with metadata in Germany over two years

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Authors: Manuel Treutlein, Pascal Bothe, Marc Schmidt, Hahn, Roman, Oliver Neumann, Ralf Mikut, Veit Hagenmeyer
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Abstract

The last mile of the distribution grid is crucial for a successful energy transition, as more low-carbon technology like photovoltaic systems, heat pumps, and electric vehicle chargers connect to the low-voltage grid. Despite considerable challenges in operation and planning, researchers often lack access to suitable low-voltage grid data. To address this, we present the FeederBW dataset with data recorded by the German distribution system operator Netze BW. It offers real-world energy data from 200 low-voltage feeders over two years (2023-2025) with weather information and detailed metadata, including changes in low-carbon technology installations. The dataset includes feeder-specific details such as the number of housing units, installed power of low-carbon technology, and aggregated industrial energy data. Furthermore, high photovoltaic feed-in and one-minute temporal resolution makes the dataset unique. FeederBW supports various applications, including machine learning for load forecasting, conducting non-intrusive load monitoring, generating synthetic data, and analyzing the interplay between weather, feeder measurements, and metadata. The dataset reveals insightful patterns and clearly reflects the growing impact of low-carbon technology on low-voltage grids.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Smart Grid Energy Management Energy Load and Power Forecasting Optimal Power Flow Distribution

Publication details

Journal / source
Repository KITopen (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology)
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book