Definitions

As used in 69-4-106 through 69-4-108, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following definitions apply: (1) "Advanced transmission technology" means a technology that increases the capacity, efficiency, and reliability of an existing or new transmission facility. For the purposes of 69-4-106 through 69-4-108, the term applies to the following technology: (a) underground cables; (b) advanced conductor technology, such as advanced composite conductors, high temperature low-sag conductors, and fiber optic temperature sensing conductors; (c) high-capacity ceramic electric wire, connectors, and insulators; (d) high-voltage direct-current technology; (e) flexible alternate-current transmission systems; (f) enhanced power device monitoring; (g) power electronics and related software, including real-time monitoring and analytical software; and (h) any other technologies the commission considers appropriate. (2) "Certificate of public convenience and necessity" means a written authorization to operate issued by the commission for constructing an electric transmission facility. (3) "Department" means the department of environmental quality provided for in 2-15-3501. (4) "Transmission facility" means those facilities that are controlled or operated by a utility and used to provide transmission services as determined by the federal energy regulatory commission and the public service commission. The term includes advanced transmission technology.