Planning for the future expansion of the electric transmission system has been evolving, moving from a focus on reliability to a more comprehensive analysis of economic benefits. In February, FERC adopted Order No. 890, reforming several aspects of its landmark Order No. 888, which established the framework for open access to transmission. Among the reforms is a requirement for transmission providers to establish a coordinated, open transmission planning process that meets nine specific planning principles: coordination, openness, transparency, information exchange, comparability, dispute resolution, regional coordination, economic planning studies, and cost allocation.
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