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Multi-Party Facilities Construction Agreement in Wisconsin

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A recent agreement between the Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc., and several energy companies aims to facilitate the interconnection of electric facilities in Wisconsin. The Multi-Party Facilities Construction Agreement, signed on March 23, 2023, involves J1410 IC - High Noon Solar Energy LLC, J1411 IC - High Noon Energy Storage LLC, and American Transmission Company LLC. This agreement outlines the terms and conditions for the construction of necessary network upgrades and system protection facilities to support the interconnection of multiple customers' facilities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The agreement, signed on March 23, 2023, involves Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc., J1410 IC - High Noon Solar Energy LLC, J1411 IC - High Noon Energy Storage LLC, and American Transmission Company LLC.
  • The parties have agreed to enter into this agreement to facilitate the interconnection of their facilities by constructing necessary Common Use Upgrade (CUU) facilities on the Transmission System.
  • The CUU will address the shared responsibility of multiple customers' facilities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • The agreement includes definitions for key terms, such as Applicable Laws and Regulations, Applicable Reliability Council, and Commercial Operation Date.
  • Technical and economic conditions for the construction of CUU facilities are outlined, including commercial operation dates and definitions for Good Utility Practice.
  • The agreement also establishes procedures for breach and default, including requirements for remediation and implementation.
  • Affected parties, including the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), are identified in the agreement.

Statistics:

  • On March 23, 2023, the agreement was signed by J1410 IC - High Noon Solar Energy LLC, J1411 IC - High Noon Energy Storage LLC, Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc., and American Transmission Company LLC.
  • The parties have 90 days from the effective date to mate necessary determinations, requirements, or approvals.
  • FERC approval to proceed with the project is subject to review and acceptance.

Sources:

  • Public Service Commission of Wisconsin: MULTI-PARTY FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT
  • Attachment X, Generator Interconnection Procedures (GIP) set forth in Attachment X
  • Attachment GGG, MHCP set forth in Attachment GGG

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