Distribution System Planning
The foundation of clean, reliable and affordable energy.
About the power distribution system
Put simply, this is the network of poles, wires, transformers, substations, and other equipment used to bring power to your home or business. Our Distribution System Plan (DSP) outlines our approach to transform this system, providing a window into how we’re upgrading the grid to make it smarter, more flexible and cleaner.
Climate realities are a key driver of the transformation underway in the energy industry. It will take all of us, working together to achieve a clean energy future. This future requires a new, two-way power grid managed in partnership with customers to deliver clean, reliable and affordable power to all.
Engage in the regulatory process
The Oregon Public Utility Commission (OPUC) will review PGE's DSP through a public process. Visit the OPUC UM 2197 
to follow the docket, view the procedural schedule and provide comments.
Distribution System Workshops
Upcoming meeting: Thursday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Zoom Link | Meeting ID: 929 186 2450 | Passcode: 108198
Join by phone: 253-215-8782
Office hours: Date TBD
2024 Distribution System Plan (DSP)
2024 full report and report by chapters
DSP by-chapters:
Chapter 1. Distribution system vision
Chapter 2. Distribution system strategy
Chapter 3. Distributed energy resources forecasting
Chapter 4. Technology foundations for a bi-directional grid
Chapter 5. Virtual Power Plant (VPP)
Chapter 6. Traditional infrastructure needs and solutions
Chapter 7. Empowered communities
Chapter 8. Action Plan (2-4 yrs.)
Appendix
Appendix A. Compliance crosswalk
Appendix B. Distribution planning process
Appendix C. Stakeholder feedback
Appendix D. Multi-Year Plan 2024 – Program descriptions
Appendix E. Description of solutions to address grid needs
Appendix F. Grid modernization long-term plan and workstreams
Appendix G. Forecast results and AdopDER
Appendix H. Annual reliability report
Appendix I. Baseline data
Appendix J. Capital planning process
Appendix K. Coordination on affordability
Additional resources
Official materials associated with the UM 2005 docket
The official materials associated with the UM 2005 docket are available on the OPUC’s website.
Non-wires solutions resources
Hosting capacity resources
OASIS data  (Generation Interconnection > Oregon Small Generator Interconnection)
Baseline data and systems assessment resources
Oregon Public Utility Commission Guidelines for Distribution System Planning
Resources Planning meeting materials
Here you will find all information we’ve shared during the Resource Planning proceedings – past meeting presentations, video recordings, supplemental materials and prior documents.
Connect with us
Email us at dsp@pgn.com to subscribe to our mailing lists.
Submit your feedback via our DSP stakeholder feedback form.
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