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March 24, 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. 
NYISO Seeks OK for New Scarcity Pricing Rules
NYISO says the proposed rules will more closely reflect the real-time value of demand response.
Generators Dispute ISO-NE on Solar Capacity
Generators are protesting the way in which ISO-NE is calculating its installed capacity requirement for its 10th Forward Capacity Auction.
ITC Accused of Overcharges in Depreciation Dispute
Iowa officials told FERC that ITC Midwest is overcharging its customers for network upgrades because it isn’t applying for tax breaks to which it is entitled.
FERC Rejects SPP Proposal for Seams Transmission Projects
SPP had proposed seams transmission projects as a new category to fill a gap in its transmission planning.
Connecticut Seeks Dismissal of PURPA Complaint
Connecticut officials told FERC that Allco Renewable Energy’s complaint is without merit because it is challenging a procurement program created by state law that is different from PURPA.
Transportation Bill Includes Grid Security Measures
The bill includes includes provisions intended to protect the grid from terrorist attacks and natural disasters.
FERC Approves Talen Energy’s Revised Mitigation Plan
FERC granted Talen Energy’s request to sell four generators totaling 1,351 MW to satisfy divestiture conditions.
Federal Briefs
This week's FERC and federal briefs include news on the Energy Department and former Commissioner Philip Moeller.
FERC Questions Fairness of Artificial Island Cost Allocation
FERC ruled that PJM's cost allocations for the Artificial Island and PSE&G transmission projects may not be just and reasonable, ordering a technical conference.
FERC Briefs – MISO
A summary of FERC orders approved at its open meeting last week related to MISO.

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