IDP is a process. LoadSEER is the analytical engine that makes it possible.
Integrated distribution planning requires multi-scenario, circuit-level load forecasts that account for EV adoption, DER penetration, reliability objectives, and capital investment — all in a single, defensible analytical framework. LoadSEER provides that foundation for 15+ utilities across North America.
The forecasting gap at the center of most IDP processes
Most utilities have the distribution modeling tools to do the power flow analysis component of IDP — CYME, Synergi Electric, or similar. What they often lack is the spatial load forecasting capability those models need as an input: circuit-level, multi-scenario, DER-inclusive load forecasts that are statistically defensible and documented for regulatory review.
The IDP analytical workflow — LoadSEER and DSMore as the engine behind regulatory filings
What LoadSEER delivers
Circuit-level spatial load forecasting
Forecasts at parcel, circuit, and substation resolution — the locational specificity that distinguishes IDP from traditional planning.
Geospatial forecasting →EV and electrification load modeling
Models EV charging demand by type alongside building electrification across multiple adoption scenarios.
EV load forecasting →DER and solar integration
Models rooftop solar, storage, and demand response at parcel level — producing net load forecasts that account for DER offsets.
DER forecasting →Multi-scenario analysis
Reference, moderate, and high electrification scenarios simultaneously.
Multi-scenario analysis →Network tool integration
Exports circuit-level forecasts directly into CYME and Synergi for power flow analysis.
Network tool integration →Regulatory documentation
Transparent, auditable forecasts meeting documentation standards for IDP, DRP, DSIP, and DSRP filings in CA, NY, HI, and IL.
Regulatory framework →More from LoadSEER
EV load forecasting
EV charging demand by charger type — a core IDP input.
DER forecasting
Solar, storage, and demand response — the DER integration component of IDP.
Geospatial load forecasting
The circuit-level spatial methodology that underpins LoadSEER’s IDP capability.
DSMore
DSM cost-effectiveness with option value — the NWA valuation layer IDP requires.
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