INTERCONNECTION QUEUE INSIGHTS
Reduce risk, estimate upgrade costs, and get ahead of the interconnection queue.
Grid interconnection queues across U.S. ISO/RTO markets are congested and complex. Projects wait years for studies and cost estimates, creating schedule risk and capital uncertainty.
We provide developers, investors, and asset owners with expert consulting services and analytical tools designed to reduce delays, clarify cost exposure, and help you avoid the interconnection bottleneck, so you can get your project through the queue more efficiently.
Consulting Services to Navigate the Interconnection Queue
Siting & Sizing
Shortlist POIs and right-size campus capacity from Day One.
Nodal Market Analytics
Location-based price and congestion signals to guide commercial decisions.
Shadow System Impact Studies
Mirror TO/ISO assumptions early to avoid surprises.
Electrical Studies
Load flow, short circuit, grounding, harmonics, TRV/TOV, Volt/Var, CYMCAP.
Technical Due Diligence
Risk register, mitigations, and critical-path planning.
Interconnection Application Support
Queue strategy through energization.
Reliability & Economic Transmission Planning
De-risk long-lead items and capital commitments.
WHY REST®
Interconnection Planning with A Competitive Edge
REST® empowers users with critical insights into nodal market dynamics, curtailment risks, and transmission congestion, allowing them to make informed decisions about project siting and interconnection success.
REST® Map-Based Screening Across all iso/rto
Map-based screening for substations, lines, headroom cues, fiber, parcels, and environmental constraints. Export ranked POIs and tradeoff visuals in minutes.
Explore REST®One-step ahead of Transmission Congestion with REST®
Real-Time, Data-Driven Insights
Live queue and grid signals unified into one view, so you can react to changes as they happen—not weeks later.
Congestion Analysis
Spot constrained POIs and interfaces early to anticipate feasibility issues and cost exposure.
Grid Project Insights
Track planned upgrades and transmission changes to time your queue strategy and commercial milestones.
Site Prospecting
Blend POI capacity, land suitability, and load proximity to prioritize sites with the best odds of interconnection success.
FAQ's
Since 2022, ZEG has been dedicated to advancing the future of power grid interconnection. We provide tailored consulting services to developers, asset owners, operators, independent power producers, and other key stakeholders, with a focus on building a sustainable, renewable energy grid.
Our team consists of industry veterans with over 70 years of collective experience in power grid consulting, electric utilities, and renewable development. This diverse expertise enables us to deeply understand the unique challenges of our clients and support their decarbonization goals effectively.
ZEG works with a wide range of clients, including developers, asset owners, operators, independent power producers, and other stakeholders in the energy sector. We collaborate closely with both industry leaders and forward-thinking customers committed to driving a sustainable, zero-emission power grid.
At ZEG, we believe that collaboration is key to overcoming the inertia of the industry. We partner with stakeholders to drive a zero-emission, reliable power grid. Our approach is rooted in agility, creativity, and innovation, which are the principles that inspire our mission and services.
Our team brings extensive knowledge and expertise to help our clients achieve their decarbonization goals. We provide customized solutions, strategic advisory services, and innovative tools to support the transition to a renewable, sustainable energy grid. Through our services, we help clients navigate the complexities of the power grid interconnection process.
Yes, ZEG operates across all major North American ISOs/RTOs, including CAISO, ERCOT, ISONE, MISO, PJM, SPP, WECC, and SERC, covering 80% of the U.S. power grid.