Application of industrial DSM to least-cost T & D system planning and operation

This paper reports preliminary results of work performed by the Resource Dynamics Corporation under Contract (3337.8) to the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). The authors gratefully acknowledge the support and guidance of Dr. Grayson Heffner, EPRI Project Manager; whose insights have led to a range of innovative approaches currently being explored for improving utility asset utilization. The conclusions reported here are those of the authors, and do not necessarily represent EPRI positions.