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Delaware Bulk Transmission Permitting Process (DE)
The steps of the Delaware bulk transmission permitting process are summarized in the chart below. Roll over each section for a summary of the regulations and permits it covers. Click a section to learn more about the required permits and regulations related to that topic.
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Environmental Process
Environmental Review
On Site Evaluation
Cultural Resources
Biological Resources
Pre-Existing Land Use
Water Quality
Air Quality
Geological Resources
Aesthetic & Recreational Resources
Siting & Construction Process
Construction & Transportation
Siting & Regulation
Bulk Transmission Development in Delaware
The Delaware electric grid is part of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation’s (NERC) Eastern Interconnection. In Delaware, Northeast Power Coordinating Council is the regional entity, under NERC, charged with developing reliability standards and monitoring compliance for all owners, operators and users of the bulk electric system. Delaware has one balancing authority: PJM Interconnection. PJM Interconnection oversees the operation of the bulk electric power system and transmission lines in Delaware.
In Delaware, there are investor-owned, independent, and municipal transmission providers, including:
- Delaware Electric Cooperative that provides transmission services in Kent and Sussex counties in Delaware;
- Delmarva Power that provides transmission services across Delaware and exclusively in New Castle count.
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