Large Generator Interconnection Procedures
 In January 2009, Tri-State implemented the first stage of an interconnection queue reform process, known as its Interim LGIP, designed to address the backlog of generator interconnection requests. Tri-State’s efforts to date have been successful in reducing the queue backlog by about one-third. But a more permanent change is required for long term success to efficiently process generator interconnection requests. Tri-State's goal is to establish a process that will allow competitive generators to deliver energy to load on a reliable transmission system.
Tri-State followed the implementation of the Interim LGIP with an extended stakeholder involvement process designed to elicit feedback on the proposed long-term fix to its interconnection process. Tri-State held two stakeholder meetings followed by comment periods.
Tri-State evaluated the feedback it received and made some modifications to its proposal. Tri-State is now in the final stages of revising its Large Generator Interconnection Procedures with a goal of implementing the changes in early 2010.
To accommodate the opportunity for further comment, Tri-State will open a final comment period beginning Nov. 20, 2009 and closing on Dec. 21, 2009. The focus of this comment period will be limited to two topics. The topics that are subject to further feedback are explained here: Revised LGIP Issues 
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Updated: November 19, 2009 |
