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NPRR #465 · Revision Request

NPRR465  Transmission Planning Analysis to Minimize the Need for RMR Units

Approved sponsor Paul Rocha on behalf of CenterPoint Energy posted 2012-05-18 ercot.com
ReasonThe revisions proposed in this NPRR are necessary to ensure sufficient transmission analysis is performed and a hierarchy of solutions is considered to ensure reliable service when Generation Resources cease operation in a transmission-constrained area, including, as a last resort, the availability of sufficient Generation Resources.
Created2012-06-21
Approved2012-11-13
Sections Affected
3.14.13.14.1.2
Summary
The Nodal Protocol Revision Request (NPRR) modifies provisions that relate to Reliability Must-Run (RMR) analysis to require that transmission planning analysis is performed to ensure reliability while minimizing the need for RMR Units.
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