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. 
Glick Shines Light on FERC Dispute over GHG
FERC Commissioner Richard Glick provided some insight into the “vigorous debate” over natural gas pipeline approvals that has divided the commission.
FERC Lets New Mexico PURPA Ruling Stand
FERC declined to hear a complaint against the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission to clarify when the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act kicks in.
House Democrats Put Climate Change Front and Center
House Democrats have put climate change at the front of their agenda, with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introducing the “Green New Deal.”
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NERC Board of Trustees Briefs: Feb. 7, 2019
The NERC Board of Trustees authorized management to terminate the agreement between the organization and the Florida Reliability Coordinating Council.
Exelon: Need Pa. Action by May to Save TMI
Pennsylvania lawmakers must approve nuclear subsidies by May to prevent the retirement of Three Mile Island Unit 1, Exelon CEO Chris Crane said.
NERC Member Representatives Committee Briefs: Feb. 6, 2019
NERC stakeholders got a look at a draft report on supply chain risks as part of a FERC directive to address risk management of the industry’s vendors.
Federal Judge to Review PG&E’s Wildfire Plan
California’s investor-owned utilities submitted enhanced wildfire mitigation plans to the PUC, and PG&E's will be reviewed by a federal judge.
Ratepayer Advocates Request Part in PG&E Bankruptcy
The Utility Reform Network sent a letter to federal trustees requesting the Bankruptcy Court appoint a committee of ratepayers to represent PG&E customers.
Vineyard Wind Files Emergency Motion to Stay ISO-NE Auction
Vineyard Wind filed an emergency motion for FERC to stay ISO-NE’s 13th Forward Capacity Auction, claiming it “will suffer irreparable injury” if it is not afforded renewable technology resource status.
Senate EPW Committee Advances Wheeler Nomination
The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee voted 11-10 to advance the nomination of Andrew Wheeler to be EPA administrator to the full Senate.

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