The grid expansion is part of a larger portfolio of transmission projects aimed at adding nearly 29 GW of new generating capacity along the MISO-SPP seam.
The proposed change aims to streamline the interconnection of commercially ready projects in both RTO footprints, addressing urgent capacity needs.
SparkWire’s Power Project & PPA Roundup, compiling in-service dates and power purchase agreements for renewable and fossil generators, for the two weeks ended June 6.
The change aims to streamline interconnection procedures and reduce delays for new generation projects along the MISO-SPP seam.
The new process aims to address backlog of connection requests by considering planned generation resources.
Shifting fuel mix sees solar, storage, and hybrid or thermal projects dominate interconnection queue, surpassing wind.
SPP projects a 17 GW capacity shortfall by 2030, necessitating the accelerated study and integration of new projects to meet resource adequacy and reliability needs.
SparkWire’s Power Project & PPA Roundup, tracking renewable and fossil generator project updates and PPA terms filed with FERC for the week-ended May 2.
The project is part of a portfolio of grid upgrades and expansions in the region estimated to enable the interconnection of up to 53 GW of new generating capacity.
SparkWire’s Project & PPA Roundup, tracking project details, updates and PPA terms filed with FERC for the week-ended April 11.
The deal expands Public Service Company of Oklahoma’s generation portfolio in SPP, and comes as the region faces thinning reserve margins.
The decision provides full incentives for two of the three proposed transmission lines and network upgrades, which are aimed at bolstering grid reliability in North Dakota’s oil producing region.
This week’s project roundup features updates and details for development assets by Eni SpA, Idemitsu Renewables Americas Inc., NextEra Energy Inc., Ormat Technologies Inc., and others.
SPP’s proposal aimed to boost participation for the market’s ~34 gigawatts of slower starting resources.
