Electric Grid Capacity Study

The City of Denver commissioned a professional‑services study to evaluate the capacity of its electric distribution system to meet aggressive electrification targets. The scope includes load forecasting, identification of distribution bottlenecks, assessment of demand impacts from building electrification and EV charging, analysis of utility tariffs and regulatory mechanisms, and review of permitting, zoning, and code issues. The study’s goals are to quantify infrastructure impacts, identify barriers, and prioritize planning and policy changes to enable rapid electrification while minimizing costs. • Assess the ability of Denver’s grid to meet future electrification demand across three‑to‑five target areas. • Deliver load forecasts, bottleneck analyses, and recommendations on utility tariffs, regulatory allowances, and municipal processes. • Provide a prioritized roadmap for distribution planning, cost recovery mechanisms, and coordination between utility and city requirements.