Capital Budgeting Standards & Training

Associated Reserve Planners (ARP) stands as the premier international organization dedicated to advancing reserve planning and capital budget management. Established in Canada in 2011, ARP International operates as a nonprofit professional trade organization serving reserve professionals across global markets. ARP-USA proudly represents the United States chapter, bringing together American experts in reserve study preparation and capital budgeting.

Our unwavering commitment to excellence drives every aspect of our mission and member services. At Associated Reserve Planners, we champion the highest standards of professional practice in comprehensive reserve studies and capital budgets. Our organization provides exceptional education and maintains rigorous quality assurance protocols to ensure members deliver outstanding value to clients and communities.

ARP requires all members to strictly adhere to the Generally Accepted Reserve Study Standards as issued by the International Capital Budgeting Institute (ICBI). This commitment to established best practices ensures clarity, consistency, and reliability across all reserve study work performed by our members. By aligning with internationally recognized standards, ARP members demonstrate their dedication to providing reserve studies that meet the highest benchmarks of accuracy and professional conduct in the industry.