Bridging the Gap on Data and Analysis for Distribution System Planning: Information That Utilities Can Provide Regulators, State Energy Offices and Other Stakeholders

Summary

Effective distribution system planning is hampered by a lack of standardized and comprehensive data and analysis from utilities. This report from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory provides detailed guidance for utilities on the specific types of information and analyses they can supply to regulators, state energy offices, and other stakeholders to bridge this data gap. Published in January 2025, this document is a completed guidance framework designed to improve the transparency and effectiveness of future distribution system planning across the United States.

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