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March 18, 2026

FERC & Federal

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is an independent regulatory agency that oversees the transmission of electricity, natural gas and oil in interstate commerce, as well as regulating hydroelectric dams and natural gas facilities. 
MISO’s Plans for Wintertime Offer Caps Stalled by FERC
FERC found that MISO did not adequately comply with its directives in Order 831, which stipulated changes to the RTO's hard and soft offer cap processes.
Chatterjee to Push Interim ‘Lifeboat’ for Coal, Nukes
FERC Chairman Neil Chatterjee said he will seek an interim “lifeboat” to ensure the survival of struggling coal and nuclear plants.
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Early Adopter Pa. Worried by Retreat from Competitive Markets
The 7th Annual Pennsylvania Energy Management Conference featured discussions about state policy, the DOE NOPR and zero-emission credits.
FirstEnergy
NOPR Reply Comments Bring More Criticism of PJM Proposal
PJM’s proposed alternative to the DOE NOPR came under fire, as regulators and other RTOs joined Monitor Joe Bowring in opposition.
UPDATE: NERC CEO on Leave After Arrest for Domestic Violence
Gerry Cauley, CEO of the North American Electric Reliability Corp. (NERC) was arrested Friday for domestic violence at his home outside Atlanta.
FERC Settlement Cuts Barclays Market Manipulation Fine
FERC agreed to sharply reduce the penalty Barclays Bank must pay to settle claims that it manipulated Western electricity markets a decade ago.
NOPR Backers, Foes Seek Last Word at Comment Deadline
Nuclear and coal generators made their argument for price supports, as opponents urged FERC to allow stakeholders time to debate the value of resilience.
Duke University
Counterflow — Clunkers Shoot Selves in Foot
Supporters of the DOE NOPR have promoted an insane rush to judgment, according to columnist Steve Huntoon.
FERC May Consider Hydro License Changes
FERC may consider additional changes to its hydropower licensing rules following a review prompted an executive order by President Trump.
CEOs See Dollar Signs in ZECs, PJM Price Formation
The CEOs of Exelon, PSEG and Dominion praised proposed price supports for nuclear and coal generators during their third-quarter earnings calls.

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