ERCOT's Batch Zero timeline: from application to transmission plan

Large-load (75 MW and above) interconnection process. Applicants post $50,000/MW financial security.

11 Jul 2026
Batch Zero process takes effect
24 Jul 2026
Interconnection forms submitted to ERCOT
7 Aug 2026
Projects classified: base, studied, or excluded
Apr 2027
Year 1-6 megawatt allocations issued
Fall 2027
Final statewide transmission plan published

Source: ERCOT, PUCT (process approved 18 June 2026)

Note: Enverus estimates ~55 projects (21.7 GW) positioned to qualify; about 89% of requested large load is data centres.

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