Access documents related to capacity zone modeling for the Forward Capacity Market (FCM).
In response to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s Order ER12-953-002 of May 31, 2013, the ISO and stakeholders are evaluating the best way to determine the appropriate number of and boundaries for zones modeled in future Forward Capacity Auctions. In particular, the stakeholder process will consider:
This is just one of several key projects at the ISO, which continuously undertakes a variety of short- and long-term projects to enhance the region's competitive wholesale electricity markets and ensure reliable operation of the power grid.