p a g e 1 1 Forecasting asks: what do we think is likely to happen and, given that, what should we do about it? Proactive planning asks: what do we want to happen and, given that, what should we do about it? Proactive planning involves addressing: Information sharing Markets, rates, and tariff design Accelerated infrastructure deployment Fast - tracking of permitting, siting, infrastructure review Future - proofing investments Forecasting vs. Proactive Planning