375-12 BAL-001 Real Power Balancing Control Performance (1 CEH)

Each generator, every MW of load, and every transmission system operating in an Interconnection must be included in the metered boundaries of a Balancing Authority. A Balancing Authority's goal is to serve energy to homes and businesses within their boundaries in a reliable and safe manner. NERC reliability standard BAL-001 directs Balancing Authorities to maintain Interconnection steady-state frequency with defined limits by balancing power demand and supply in real time. To maintain this balance, system operators must understand how to calculate the ACE equation and identify the impacts of each component. They must also understand the purpose of Control Performance Standard 1 (CPS1) and Balancing Authority ACE Limit (BAAL). The Real Power Control Balancing Performance training course discusses the BAL-001 requirements. It outline the components of the ACE equation and its impact on reliability. It also addresses compliance with CPS1 and BAAL. This online course is part of the Resource and Demand Balancing training series.