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Interconnection and Studies

Load study

Load study is a utility analysis of whether the system can serve a proposed customer load under planning and operating criteria. It may evaluate thermal limits, voltage, fault duty, protection, contingency performance, and required upgrades.

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Interruptible service

Interruptible service allows a utility or grid operator to curtail some customer load under defined conditions, often in exchange for lower rates or credits. It can be valuable for flexible load but is difficult for critical IT load unless paired with backup generation, load shifting, or non-critical processes.

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Phase II ESA

Phase II Environmental Site Assessment uses sampling or testing to investigate potential contamination identified in Phase I or other diligence. It can affect purchase terms, remediation obligations, lender comfort, and development schedule.

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Reserved capacity

Reserved capacity is power, space, or service capacity held for a customer before full utilization. It should specify whether the capacity is physical, contractual, utility-committed, deliverable, and subject to milestones or release rights.

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