Expansion of the electric energy transmission system in Argentina. Impact on the distribution business. Need for regulatory changes

The expansion of the transmission system depends on the market, and it is the users´ responsibility (generators and demand) to decide what projects are necessary and to finance them. The transmission company is responsible for the production of a document called The Transmission System Reference Guide. It must provide its view on expansion needs and the necessary projects to be carried out, establishing indicative planning with no obligation of compliance by the other parties in the market. It is believed that the proposals prepared for both areas of the electrical energy transmission activity will enable rational development of the electrical transmission infrastructure. The proposals constitute a simple, clear and efficient signal to encourage the expansion of the system and its operation under reliability and quality conditions in agreement not only with the Concession Contract requirements but most importantly with the requirements of the Electric Energy Consumers Market. The proposals will eliminate standards that are difficult to interpret and have questionable or null effect, as demonstrated by the insensibility of the electricity market towards them