October 4, 2024

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. 
FERC Seeks More Participation in Gas Price Indices
FERC proposed revisions to its policy statement on natural gas price indices to improve the participation in and formation of the indices.
AWEA: Biden Tx Buildout Could Double Renewables
The U.S. could double its reliance on renewable energy in the next decade by taking administrative actions under the incoming Biden administration.
Net Zero Price Tag: $2.5 Trillion
Reaching net-zero emissions will require at least $2.5 trillion in additional capital investment over the next decade, according to a new Princeton study.
Center on Global Energy Policy
Report Explores Federal Authority for Tx Buildout
The authors of a new report detailed how, in the absence of action by Congress, the U.S. can build the transmission needed to accommodate renewables.
Overheard at NE Electricity Restructuring Roundtable
Panelists at Raab's 168th New England Electricity Restructuring Roundtable discussed the implications of the recent elections and ISO-NE's capacity market.
Industry Eager for New Leadership on Tx, Climate
Panelists at gridCONNEXT's annual conference expressed hope that the incoming Biden administration will be able to advance renewables.
FERC Audit Finds ALLETE Overcharged Customers
FERC’s Office of Enforcement found that ALLETE overbilled its wholesale transmission customers through improper accounting practices.
Advocates Seek Bipartisan Support for Energy Efficiency
Decarbonization advocates said they hope energy efficiency is one issue that will attract bipartisan support in a narrowly divided Congress.
Offshore Wind Looks at Crowded Future in New England
Offshore wind growth challenges are starting to appear as several large projects move toward completion in the mid-2020s, officials said.
Vistra to Shut down Another Texas Coal Plant
Vistra said it would retire the Coleto Creek plant no later than 2027 because it would be too expensive to comply with latest EPA rules.

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