What is the notice period required for updating on all transmission outages that are within 5 days?

The notice period of 3 days prior for updating on all transmission outages within 5 days is established to ensure that stakeholders are informed in a timely manner about imminent outages. This allows affected parties, such as utilities and other entities operating within the PJM grid, to prepare for the implications of these outages, manage their operations effectively, and ensure that they can take the necessary steps to mitigate any potential impacts on service reliability.

This timeframe is crucial for operational planning, as it strikes a balance between providing sufficient notice for both planning and urgency, given that the outages are imminent. An earlier notice period, such as 8 days or 1 month, would not align with the short timeframe of 5 days for the outages themselves, and a notice period of 3 weeks does not provide adequate immediacy given the short timeline of the outages. Thus, the 3 days prior notice period is specifically designated for this purpose to facilitate effective communication and operational adjustments within the PJM framework.