endobj 65 0 obj <>stream The 2021 New Jersey SAA process will be a first-of-its-kind competitive transmission solicitation process, underscoring New Jerseys commitment to the development of offshore wind generation. New Jerseys 2021 Offshore Wind Transmission Competitive Solicitation under PJM State Agreement Approach, 2021 State Agreement Approach Process Guidance Document, Investigation of Resource Adequacy Alternatives. The program is authorized and overseen by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU), and its website is www.NJCleanEnergy.com. endobj Wh7`U(R mZv@%\ M@R;np]K@%dFrx~$5[D$z(ItZ\x?i]N\oH]F&\5e?VX\.X%2j3yZG }w|xap5yEq`I]7w0p8kXT?,Gv]Rblt/3l*r|ZC629,(PvMUW R]bN[~&>y>7F,>}:)&BvLcq4X ~T?HH_8koNMpNZk(v{{.5 k$%ydqx5m,k~h84 O4 Ggg8|`iwA~(GUV0?TOvH9* ;'^Ooc)  )2 Brattle Consultants Evaluate New Jersey State Agreement Approach for In furtherance of these objectives, set out by Governor Phil Murphys goal of 7,500 megawatts of offshore wind energy by 2035, and by the Legislature, the Boardformally requested the inclusion of this state public policy into the transmission planning process of PJM Interconnection, LLC (PJM) through a competitive solicitation process in what is known as the State Agreement Approach. endobj Daily news and in-depth stories in your inbox, Clarksons Offshore Renewables team is a leader in offshore vessel chartering, newbuilding, offshore logistics and strategic marine advisory services. 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State Agreement Approach Joe DeLosaBoard of Public Utilities StaffDecember 1, 2020 November 18, 2020 Board Order New Jersey has a goal of 7,500 MW of offshore wind before 2035 Executive Order 92 Legislation found potential benefits of shared approach to transmission & authorizes "transmission first approach: x}xG0 bFa" D0@$H The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. xj0 ~si,Y-#^^8b;sTFa/dIH BRB#/+lpXmma$7B'x?)UakJ~!5jCEjxs'I&o-vrT;k abj.[$^$a,$A Under the SAA, the NJBPU is the ultimate decision-maker, deciding which, if any, of the proposals proceed to construction. About the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU). NJBPU will immediately work with PJM to begin the SAA 2.0 process. The State Agreement Approach was incorporated into PJM's Operating Agreement eight years ago as part of the implementation of FERC Order 1000, but this is the first time a jurisdiction in the PJM footprint has requested to use it to further its renewable energy goals, according to the federal agency. Is it likely other states will use the State Agreement Approach to assist in offshore wind build out? %PDF-1.5 United States of America Before the Federal Energy Regulatory - Pjm It is expected that SAA 2.0 will solicit proposals to inject the additional 3.5 GW needed to reach the States new 11 GW goal at the Deans 500 kV substation. <>stream NJBPU Moves to Make New Jersey First State to Align Offshore Wind Transmission Policy with Regional Plan, https://www.njcleanenergy.com/renewable-energy/programs/nj-offshore-wind, beach crossings with potential offshore collector platforms, which collect energy from multiple wind farms, and. What does the SAA guarantee for the state and what has New Jersey committed to thus far in the process? A non-compete agreement in the State of New Jersey is a type of employment contract relying on restrictive covenants. 6 0 obj For more information, visit MUs Nondiscrimination Policy or the Office of Institutional Equity. 1000. <>/Metadata 505 0 R/Names 506 0 R>> To implement Governor Phil Murphy's vision of making New Jersey a leading hub of offshore wind development and to meet the State's aggressive clean energy goals, the Board of Public Utilities ("BPU" or "Board") announced in November 20201 that it would work with PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. Board of Public Utilities | Newsroom & Public Notices PJM plans to make a recommendation to the NJBPU by the end of Summer, and New Jersey expects to make a decision about which if any projects will be selected by the end of the year. t+ By making this formal request, NJBPU can utilize the State Agreement Approach to explore options for an optimal long-term solution for offshore wind transmission that otherwise may not have been available at this stage of development. Partnership Agreement New Jersey- Printable Agreement Generator Simply put, transmission is the delivery of electricity from the generation station to the local distribution system; it is the highway for electricity. QR7An{0 H This approach will not only enhance the states offshore wind program, but increasing competition in this way drives down costs, provides savings for consumers, reduces risk, spurs innovation, and significantly reduces the environmental footprint of new transmission lines. Ideally, PJMs transmission planning process will continue to evolve to proactively plan a regionally optimal grid of the future. NJBPU is a state agency and regulatory authority mandated to ensure safe, adequate and proper utility services at reasonable rates for New Jersey customers. These projects are not likely to be pursued if they do not result in development of a lower cost, lower risk, or higher benefit option for the interconnection and delivery of New Jerseys offshore wind. The State has also taken important steps to ensure the wind electricity generated can reach New Jersey consumers in the most cost-effective, efficient, and environmentally sensitive manner. Non-competition agreements restrict the actions of employees . 2023 Curators of the University of Missouri. GU320wQo3fKirz|WZd"1GCXwr vyLMy^f~*2~P717%S]UX|=TWx{|g4ZVBG0TXpa%#j=-oeQT's7M.G9e8Zv&M%5;v~jr,'Fy;G*= 3> iIv/M{52!69-(. Transmission developers will bid unique, competitive, ready-to-build designs seeking to integrate New Jerseys offshore wind resources. Critical services regulated by NJBPU include natural gas, electricity, water, wastewater, telecommunications and cable television. On April 15, 2021, PJM opened the SAA solicitation window for developers to submit potential transmission solutions to the NJBPUs request to deliver offshore wind energy to the states electricity grid. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. {p|kspp(owf}0`HF!^=;SoMM-3|gy\9t9cw-YvTWNxJ4j6zc|o%kd@xi {*4AR^aBTZ\4ocvi+Y*dnU5h Intellectual curiosity, a passion for principles, a strong team orientation, and respect for clients and colleagues are part of the Brattle DNA. DMCA and other copyright information. The NJ Board of Public Utilities has a seat on the FRI Advisory Board. The exploration of coordinated transmission alternatives through SAA 2.0 will have no impact on the offshore wind projects that have already been awarded, or that will be awarded up to a total of 7.5 GW. To allow for the SAA process to be completed and the outcome incorporated into the guidance documents of the third solicitation for New Jerseys offshore wind development, the NJBPU postponed the offshore wind generation solicitation until January 2023. The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) took a monumental step on November 18, 2020, becoming the first state to integrate its offshore wind transmission objectives with the regional grids planning and development process. Board of Public Utilities | About BPU <> %PDF-1.5 % 1 0 obj Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. NJBPU is a state agency and regulatory authority mandated to ensure safe, adequate and proper utility services at reasonable rates for New Jersey customers. Brattle consultants are sought-after speakers, presenters, and authors. The agreement allows the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) to use PJMs competitive planning process to help the state achieve its ambitious offshore wind goals and details the contractual commitments and responsibilities of the two parties regarding the competitive selection of transmission solutions. A New Jersey partnership agreement is a legally binding document that lays out distinguished roles, responsibilities, and liabilities for each partner involved. Upon receipt of the proposals, NJBPU Staff may decide to terminate the SAA process, if it is in the best interest of the State. The process will also allow NJBPU to determine how a coordinated approach can lead to more cost-effective, efficient transmission solutions that minimize the environmental impacts of bringing wind energy ashore. WIND A PUBLIC POLICY OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY ) ) ) ) ) ORDER ON THE STATE AGREEMENT APPROACH SAA PROPOSALS DOCKET NO. Using the SAA process to identify and award these projects is estimated to save ratepayers hundreds of millions of dollars, in addition to providing many other ancillary benefits. %PDF-1.5 1 0 obj hb```l+@(1I%H(lmdj{-L T|fY*0fg&@pIQ=k AK*3ipIQ2MZPz>PV&pXdl}WV& $::-@\&f; -$P-a bq 4L'N302. The Board has general oversight and responsibility for monitoring utility service, responding to consumer complaints, and investigating utility accidents. However, transmission developers will be allowed to propose particularly cost-effective alternative points of interconnection that may still meet the States immediate policy goals. New Jersey State Agreement Approach Docket No. SAA 2.0 will be used for new, approved projects up to the Governors new goal of 11 GW. The highway is structured to ensure that customers receive reliable electricity supply, even under certain contingencies. It customarily declares dissolution, dispute resolution, duration, ownership interests, and liabilities. Instructions: FERC Accepts PJM and NJ BPU State Agreement Approach Study Agreement <>stream } a/p/;-9Qf0XCB$ 0 This Agreement sets out the terms and conditions that govern the Partners within the Partnership. New Jersey Board of Public Utilities Launches State Agreement Approach 2.0 What is a Regional Transmission Expansion Plan (RTEP)? %%EOF PJM and NJBPU already organised an application period for New Jersey offshore wind transmission solutions last year and received 80 proposals from utilities and developers. PDF State of New Jersey The SAA utilizes the RTEPs existing procurement framework to solicit efficient, ready-to-build transmission options that seek to meet New Jerseys public policy requirements. Use of PJMs existing competitive procurement model, through the SAA, will accomplish New Jerseys goal of seeking the most cost-effective option to integrate our offshore wind targets, while limiting environmental impacts. Once bids are received, the NJBPU, working with PJM, will evaluate the project proposals to determine which, if any, combination can meet New Jerseys offshore wind policy goals. In 2020, the Board formally requested the inclusion of New Jerseys then offshore wind public policy goal of 7.5 GW by 2035 into PJMs transmission planning process, which resulted in a competitive solicitation for a variety of transmission projects. We aim for the highest levels of client service and quality in our industry. hb```"?fd! !%30I$\4ua @gC`hhhT%% i I022p3p <>/Pattern<>/XObject<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI]>>/MediaBox[0 0 960 540]/Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Trenton, N.J.The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) today positioned New Jersey to be the first state to fully align its offshore wind transmission goals with its regional grid operators planning process. In the SAA Filing, PJM submitted for filing an executed State Agreement Approach Agreement between PJM and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities, designated as Rate Schedule FERC No. The solicitation window is anticipated to close in mid-September, 2021. The SAA was established by the FERC Order No. The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) took a monumental step on November 18, 2020, becoming the first state to integrate its offshore wind transmission objectives with the regional grid's planning and development process. Our actions today reflect New Jerseys leadership in innovative clean energy development, as well as our commitment to expanding renewable energy quickly and responsibly to combat climate change, said NJBPU President Joseph L. Fiordaliso. By exploring offshore wind transmission options through the State Agreement Approach, well work collaboratively with PJM to identify potential solutions that meet the states needs and ensure the best value for ratepayers. The Board initiated the SAA to identify necessary transmission solutions to support New Jersey's goal of 7,500 MW of OSW generation capacity by 2035. xTMk@(zZ!v!YiMhgowoCWqsBppCU3XQja(ZBXs\Y}#@Wi^aF,CPF21)W: AGiIRM6{CBdL Combining state-of-the-art analytical techniques and practical industry experience, Brattle answers economic, financial, and regulatory questions across a wide range of practice areas and sectors. 5 0 obj By initiating a competitive solicitation for transmission projects from a broad pool of regional developers, NJBPU is ensuring that New Jersey can select from the most efficient and effective options available on the market in pursuit of a coordinated transmission solution for delivering offshore wind. hbbd```b``n3d":XV aGdM)|A$UY 2 0 obj %PDF-1.6 % New Jersey moves forward on first ever State Agreement Approach with PJM. ha/Ho To find out more about NJBPU, visit our website atwww.nj.gov/bpu. These cookies are used to improve your website experience and provide you with more personalized content. On September 24, 2021 Staff released the 2021 State Agreement Approach Process Guidance Document to provide more detail on next steps of the evaluation process and timeline. All rights reserved. Staff and PJM conducted an analysis, prior to releasing the solicitation, which identified four default injection locations, on the onshore grid, for the interconnection of potential solutions. That process resulted in the selection of the Larrabee Tri-Collector Solution proposed by Mid-Atlantic Offshore Development (MAOD) and Jersey Central Power & Light Company. About New Jerseys Clean Energy Program (NJCEP). In this case, we are pleased to be able to help New Jersey advance its offshore wind objectives.. !w~af 4RfWOuw$cxb3_(-hNMLTfJA8aNmP_6a=-pp2t JmzD{g Transmission is a hot topic these days. 49 (the "SAA Agreement" or "Agreement"). <>/XObject<>>>/Group <>>> Planning FERC Accepts PJM and NJ BPU State Agreement Approach Study Agreement February 26, 2021 3569 The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission accepted the study agreement between PJM and the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities on Feb. 16, marking an important initial step in advancing New Jersey's offshore wind goals. In collaboration with BPU and PJM, a team of Brattle consultants, along with Herling Power Grid Consulting, Holland & Knight, and Dewberry Engineers, led the evaluation of the transmission proposals received by PJM in this SAA solicitation, which was initiated to identify necessary transmission solutions to support New Jerseys goal of 7,500 MW of OSW generation capacity by 2035. xVn7z>vl83$|Lp)ATUdWQj4WJ-s+#,Y9g1WWOGZf{w.9hc$Q Companies use this document to protect their trade secrets and other legitimate interests from former employees who may leak sensitive information post-employment. endstream endobj 43 0 obj <>/Pages 41 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences 54 0 R>> endobj 44 0 obj <>/MediaBox[0 0 612 792]/Parent 41 0 R/Resources<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageC]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/Tabs/S/Type/Page>> endobj 45 0 obj <>stream New Jersey is the first state to utilize the SAA. '{Pri(_;iHuT'Rk}:1L}(W#l' ehkl =ko5X06:@VA5X=X2o+Pc p*>~Hh. The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user. STATE OF NEW JERSEY Board of Public Utilities 44 South Clinton Avenue, 1st Floor Post Office Box 350 Trenton, New Jersey 08625-0350 www.nj.gov/bpu/ Agenda Date: 4/26/23 Agenda Item: 8D CLEAN ENERGY IN THE MATTER OF THE SECOND STATE AGREEMENT APPROACH FOR OFFSHORE WIND TRANSMISSION NJBPU is a state agency and regulatory authority mandated to ensure safe, adequate and proper utility services at reasonable rates for New Jersey customers. These rules determine how and when to expand and enhance the regional grid, and outline a highly competitive, robust procurement structure to select which projects get built. The solicitation closed on September 17, 2021. Reduce the cost of transmission needed to achieve 7,500 MW of OSW generation by 2035 by over $900 million; Significantly reduce schedule and cost uncertainties; Utilize the existing grid more efficiently; Allow for a significant reduction of transmission-related environmental and community impacts; Maximize the availability of approximately $2.2 billion in federal tax credits; and. f^-e*AxV-1c8z sz#9`3CVsM)-R1o/7sh{R68R%DH7BQh U: 72oS3/rsNs. About New Jerseys Clean Energy Program (NJCEP). Bidders proposed transmission projects to support New Jerseys offshore wind industry through thePJM competitive planning process website,which also lists the solicitation documents. endobj 52 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<5A91969317EA8244BD360CAEEEF16FB0><4F76A5CFBE053F4899B3D2CED31C2AC9>]/Index[42 24]/Length 72/Prev 204380/Root 43 0 R/Size 66/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream The second component (Option 1b) requests developers to submit proposals for extending the onshore transmission grid closer to the shore, creating so-called power corridors. These corridors would serve to extend the onshore high-voltage transmission system closer to the shoreline, providing planned landfall locations to optimize efficiency and minimize environmental disturbances. There are no financial or ratepayer obligations with todays announcement, which goes into effect after the States second offshore wind solicitation. The Partners wish to associate themselves as partners in business. This SAA PDF STATE OF NEW JERSEY Board of Public Utilities NJBPU recognized early on the value of PJMs independent, competitive and proven transmission planning process, and we look forward to continuing to help New Jersey achieve its offshore goals reliably and as cost-effectively as possible..