Distribution and Transmission Annual Planning Report 2021

This 2021 Distribution and Transmission Annual Planning Report (DTAPR) presents the results of Ausgrid’s annual planning review of both its distribution and transmission (dual function asset) network conducted since the publication of the previous DTAPR.

The objective of the report is to provide:

• transparency of Ausgrid’s decision making processes to assist non-network providers, other network service providers and connection applicants to make efficient investment decisions
• information on Ausgrid’s distribution assets planning process, covering a minimum five year forward planning period
• results of Ausgrid’s annual planning review, asset condition and other limitations of sub-transmission and distribution assets; and the potential credible solutions to address these limitations
• third parties the opportunity to offer alternative proposals to identified network needs, including non-network solutions such as demand management or embedded generation
• timely indication of the planned commencement dates for projects that will be subject the Regulatory Investment Test for Distribution
• information on Ausgrid’s demand management activities and actions taken to promote non-network initiatives each year
• descriptions of significant changes to identified network limitations and credible solutions.

Datasheets

As part of the updated DTAPR reporting requirements, the following associated data sheets and limitations table are provided. 

• Substation Capacity and Demand Forecast
• Dual Function Asset 10 year Demand Forecast
• Feeder Forecast
• Asset Retirement Plans - Major Projects
• Asset Retirement Plans - Programs
• DTAPR System Limitation Template
• System Limitation Interval Data - Distribution
• System Limitation Interval Data - Dual Function

Related information

• DTAPR 2020 - Distribution and Transmission Annual Planning Report
• Regulatory Investment Test for Distribution