By assessing best practices in load forecasting in the German power sector, South Asian utility executives will be provided with tools to improve the quality of their electricity distribution and transmission operations and planning, as well as to assist them in the transition for expanded cross-border electricity trade.  The program will allow SARI/EI executives to learn from German best practices on how to develop load forecasts and maximize their benefits, as well as present opportunities for sharing experiences between Germany and South Asia.