Optional Interconnection Feasibility Study Clause Samples

The Optional Interconnection Feasibility Study clause allows a party, typically a project developer, to request an additional, non-mandatory study to assess the technical and economic viability of connecting a new facility to the existing grid. This study evaluates potential points of interconnection, estimates costs, and identifies any significant constraints or upgrades that may be required. By providing early, detailed information about interconnection options, the clause helps parties make informed decisions about project planning and investment, reducing the risk of unforeseen technical or financial obstacles later in the process.
Optional Interconnection Feasibility Study. If Developer elects to perform an Optional Interconnection Feasibility Study, the study report shall provide the following: - If Developer elects to perform an Optional Interconnection Feasibility Study with a limited analysis (i.e., $10,000 study deposit), the study report shall provide, to the extent selected by Developer: o development of a conceptual breaker-level one-line diagram of existing NYS Transmission System or Distribution System where the Large Facility proposes to interconnect; and/or o a review of the feasibility/constructability of a conceptual breaker-level one- line diagram of the proposed interconnection (e.g., space for additional breaker bay in existing substation or identification of cable routing concerns inside existing substation). - If Developer elects to perform an Optional Interconnection Feasibility Study with detailed analyses (i.e., $60,000 study deposit), the study report shall provide, to the extent selected by Developer: o development of conceptual breaker-level one-line diagram of existing NYS Transmission System or Distribution System where the Large Facility proposes to interconnect (i.e., how to integrate the Large Facility into the existing system); o a review of the feasibility/constructability of a conceptual breaker-level one- line diagram of the proposed interconnection (e.g., space for additional breaker bay in existing substation or identification of cable routing concerns inside existing substation); o preliminary review of local protection, communication, and grounding issues associated with the proposed interconnection; o power flow, short circuit, and/or bus flow analyses; and/or o preliminary identification of Connecting Transmission Owner Attachment Facilities and Local System Upgrade Facilities with a non-binding good faith cost estimate of Developer’s cost responsibility and a non-binding good faith estimated time to construct.
Optional Interconnection Feasibility Study. The requirements for the Optional Interconnection Feasibility Study set forth in this Section 30.6 shall be subject to the interim transition procedures in Section 30.5.3 of this Attachment X and shall be superseded by the requirements in Section 30.5.3 in the event of conflicting requirements.
Optional Interconnection Feasibility Study