Transfer Capability & ATC

Existing Transmission Commitments (ETC)

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The portion of the Total Transfer Capability that is already committed to existing transmission contracts, firm service reservations, and native load obligations. ETCs are subtracted from TTC when calculating Available Transfer Capability (ATC), ensuring that the capacity rights of existing customers are protected before new commercial transactions are accommodated.

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Transfer Capability & ATC

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FERC Pro Forma OATT / LGIP

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