Streamlining the Interconnection Process: Assessing Regional Approaches

Synopsis

Evaluating different innovative responses to the FERC’s landmark interconnection reform.

• Connect and manage – how possible is it to replicate Texas’ approach elsewhere and what are the potential roadblocks to wider adoption?
• Integrating planning and procurement in SPP – how will cost allocation challenges and interstate co-operation be managed?
• CAISO’s zonal approach has been approved – are developers’ concerns around commercial interest criteria unwarranted?
• PJM’s proposed fast-track Reliability Resource Initiative – will developer opposition result in a change of direction?