Interconnection System Impact Study Procedures Clause Samples
The Interconnection System Impact Study Procedures clause outlines the process for evaluating the potential effects of connecting a new energy facility or generator to an existing power grid. It typically details the steps required for conducting technical studies, the responsibilities of both the applicant and the utility, and the timelines for completing the analysis. For example, it may specify the data that must be provided, the criteria for assessing grid impacts, and how results are communicated. The core function of this clause is to ensure that new interconnections do not adversely affect the reliability or safety of the grid, thereby managing risk and clarifying the process for all parties involved.
Interconnection System Impact Study Procedures. Transmission Provider shall coordinate the Interconnection System Impact Study with any Affected System that is affected by the Interconnection Request pursuant to Section 3.5 above. Transmission Provider shall utilize existing studies to the extent practicable when it performs the study. Transmission Provider shall use Reasonable Efforts to complete the Interconnection System Impact Study within ninety (90) Calendar Days after the receipt of the Interconnection System Impact Study Agreement or notification to proceed, study payment, and technical data. If Transmission Provider uses Clustering, Transmission Provider shall use Reasonable Efforts to deliver a completed Interconnection System Impact Study within ninety (90) Calendar Days after the close of the Queue Cluster Window. At the request of Interconnection Customer or at any time Transmission Provider determines that it will not meet the required time frame for completing the Interconnection System Impact Study, Transmission Provider shall notify Interconnection Customer as to the schedule status of the Interconnection System Impact Study. If Transmission Provider is unable to complete the Interconnection System Impact Study within the time period, it shall notify Interconnection Customer and provide an estimated completion date with an explanation of the reasons why additional time is required. Upon request, Transmission Provider shall provide Interconnection Customer all supporting documentation, workpapers and relevant pre-Interconnection Request and post- Interconnection Request power flow, short circuit and stability databases for the Interconnection System Impact Study, subject to confidentiality arrangements consistent with Section 13.1.
Interconnection System Impact Study Procedures. 7.4.1 Transmission Provider shall coordinate the Interconnection System Impact Study with any Affected System that is affected by the Interconnection Request pursuant to Section 3.6 above. Transmission Provider shall utilize existing studies to the extent practicable when it performs the study. In the event that Transmission Provider determines that a single upgrade may benefit more than one Interconnection Request, Transmission Provider may propose or require that the Interconnection Requests be studied on a combined basis.
7.4.2 Transmission Provider shall use Reasonable Efforts to complete the Interconnection System Impact Study within the time frame specified in the Interconnection System Impact Study Agreement in accordance with Section 7.1.
7.4.3 At the request of Interconnection Customer or at any time Transmission Provider determines that it will not meet the required time frame for completing the Interconnection System Impact Study, Transmission Provider shall notify Interconnection Customer as to the schedule status of the Interconnection System Impact Study. If Transmission Provider is unable to complete the Interconnection System Impact Study within the time period, it shall notify Interconnection Customer and provide an estimated completion date with an explanation of the reasons why additional time is required. Upon request, Transmission Provider shall provide Interconnection Customer all supporting documentation and
Interconnection System Impact Study Procedures. 21 - 6.5 Post Study Review and Submission of Unexecuted Interconnection Facilities Study Agreement....................................................... - 21 -
Interconnection System Impact Study Procedures. 24 - 7.5 Meeting with Transmission Provider ................................................. - 25 - 7.6 Re-Study ................................................................................................ - 25 - Section 8. Interconnection Facilities Study ......................................................... - 25 - 8.1 Interconnection Facilities Study Agreement...................................... - 25 - 8.2 Scope of Interconnection Facilities Study .......................................... - 26 - 8.3 Interconnection Facilities Study Procedures ..................................... - 26 - 8.4 Meeting with Transmission Provider ................................................. - 27 - 8.5 Re-Study ................................................................................................ - 27 - Section 9. Engineering & Procurement ('E&P') Agreement ............................. - 27 - Section 10. Optional Interconnection Study.......................................................... - 28 - 10.1 Optional Interconnection Study Agreement ...................................... - 28 - 10.2 Scope of Optional Interconnection Study .......................................... - 29 - 10.3 Optional Interconnection Study Procedures ..................................... - 29 - Section 11. Standard Large Generator Interconnection Agreement (LGIA) .... - 30 - 11.1 Tender.................................................................................................... - 30 - 11.2 Negotiation ............................................................................................ - 30 - 11.3 Execution and Filing ............................................................................ - 31 - 11.4 Commencement of Interconnection Activities................................... - 31 - Section 12. Construction of Transmission Provider's Interconnection Facilities and Network Upgrades ...................................................................................................... - 31 - 12.1 Schedule................................................................................................. - 31 - 12.2 Construction Sequencing ..................................................................... - 32 - 12.2.1 General................................................................................... - 32 - 12.2.2 Advance Construction of Network Upgrades that are an Obligation of an Entity other than Interconnection Customer- 32 -