Authors: E. Wolfe, D. Hurdowar
Abstract
Preliminary in-house research indicated large gains could be realized by applying optimization techniques to the planning process for the three dam Hell’s Canyon Complex. Instead of a formal process involving requests for proposals, evaluations, and then purchase agreement, Idaho Power pursued an alternative method of selecting optimization software. After interviews and site visits, a vendor was selected to conduct a pilot project. Upon favorable completion of the pilot project, a permanent system would be purchased. Verification methods, case studies and permanent system implementation are discussed.
