Distribution Generation Resource Interconnection Process Details
Explore the detailed process and requirements for interconnecting Distribution Generation Resources (DGRs) with ERCOT. Learn about new application procedures, study processes, and additional items to address. Stay informed on timelines, attestation requirements, and potential follow-up actions.
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DGR Workshop II PGRR DGR Workshop II PGRR Review Review Clayton Stice Megan Miller Dec 11, 2019
Key DGR Items to be addressed in the PGRR Implement a new Interconnection process DGRs will need to be registered and tracked Register using the RARF/RIOO process(future) Will have a tracking number assigned Timeline defined so that ERCOT has adequate time to add to the model. DGRs will need to provide attestation of DSP interconnection studies and any limitations identified (i.e. ramp rate, etc.) ERCOT reserves right to request copies of studies Does NOT require Planning Guide Section 5 studies (e.g. FIS Studies, Screening Studies, QSA) ERCOT Public 2
PGRR New Section Interconnection or Change Request Process for Distribution Generation Resources (DGRs) 1 Interconnection or Change Request Application for DGRs 2 Distribution Generation Interconnection or Change Request Submission Requirements 3 Modifications 4 Study Processes and Procedures 4.1 DSP Analysis 5 Provisions for Municipally Owned Utilities and Cooperatives 6 Interconnection Data, Fees, and Timetables 7 Inactive Status 8 Cancellation of a Project ERCOT Public 3
Additional Items Identified ERCOT may choose to perform additional studies if threshold triggered for clusters Thresholds TBD Would insert in section 4 language to define, if needed SSWG Procedure Manual, DWG Procedure Manual, etc. may need to be updated to include DGR in Planning models Follow-up PGRR for SODG Register using the RARF/RIOO process Will have a tracking number assigned Timeline defined Follow-up PGRR for SOTG and TGR<10 MW Register using the RARF/RIOO process Will have a tracking number assigned Reevaluate adequacy of 10 MW threshold Timeline defined Concerns if 75 MVA of SODG/DGR/UDG at a single transmission bus Understand impact under NERC rules Interim process Follow-up PGRR for RIOO early 2021 ERCOT Public 4
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