So, what is NGCP doing about it?

Increased demand for power during our hotter months, and reduced supply during these same dry months is an annual occurrence, and as System Operator and Grid Operator, the NGCP is very much aware of this  cycle. 

The DOE is spearheading efforts to bring the power industry together to work toward a wholistic solution. The NGCP is expected to perform their responsibilities that contribute to the  adequacy of supply, and more so this year as we will be holding national elections this summer. 

Hence, in addition to their public advisory, the  DOE is very interested to hear from them about the steps they have taken, or are taking, to address the situation, particularly in preventing the occurrence of a power interruption.   As SO and GO, have they ensured the following?

a.  That all capacities at all power stations are available;
b.  That all available capacities are connected;
c.  That all congestion issues are addressed;
d.  That the Grid Operating Maintenance Program (GOMP) was thoroughly planned;
e.  That  reserves are contracted from a separate pool of capacity for ancillary services which we can tap in cases of emergency.

I have already instructed our Power Bureau to look into these matters.

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