ISO · Independent System Operator
An operator managing grid reliability and power markets in a region, often used interchangeably with RTO.
Current numbers
2023 → 2026ISO/IEC 42001 (first AI management-system standard) from publication to operationalized certification bodies
~3–7+ yrlarge-load grid interconnection lead time, ISO-dependent; ride-through now a study deliverable
6–10 in / up to 10,000 lbISO-Base platform displacement (standard ~6 in; XD 10.25 in) and supported equipment weight (~$15-20k/unit, practitioner estimate — vendor does not publish pricing)