FERC approves SPP ‘topology optimization’ plan for cutting grid congestion

FERC approves SPP ‘topology optimization’ plan for cutting grid congestion

The Midcontinent Independent System Operator’s power market has saved nearly $100 million this year under a similar approach for topology reconfiguration.

FERC Approves SPP “Topology Optimization” Plan For Cutting Grid Congestion

FERC Approves SPP “Topology Optimization” Plan For Cutting Grid Congestion By Ethan Howland of UtilityDive The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on Wednesday approved the Southwest Power Pool’s proposal for using “topology optimization” to reduce grid congestion and its related costs. Traditionally, grid operators respond to grid congestion by redispatching power plants, which can lead to higher production and congestion costs, SPP said in i…

FERC Approves SPP "Topology Optimization" Plan For Cutting Grid Congestion

FERC Approves SPP "Topology Optimization" Plan For Cutting Grid Congestion By Ethan Howland of UtilityDive The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on Wednesday approved the Southwest Power Pool’s proposal for using “topology optimization” to reduce grid congestion and its related…