Generation reserve value of interconnections

This paper describes the technique used for one of the largest and most comprehensive studies to date employing loss of load probability methods to evaluate the generation reserve benefit of interconnections. The technique applies to any number of assumed radially interconnected systems. A two-area reliability run is made between the primary area of interest and each neighbor. The results are then merged to answer the reserve question. The impact of unit slippages in the primary and neighboring areas, along with deviations from forecasted loads, also enter into the evaluation.