December 23, 2024

Edison Electric Institute (EEI)

Senate ENR Committee
Senate Confirms FERC Nominee Willie Phillips
The Senate unanimously confirmed Willie Phillips to FERC, securing the Democrats a majority on the commission for the first time in more than four years.
The U.S. Center
Edison Electric Institute and Biden Admin Work Together at COP26
U.S. National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy, several U.S. utility executives and the Edison Electric Institute discussed President Biden's goals at COP26.
FERC
FERC Tx Inquiry: Consensus on Need for Change, Discord over Solutions
FERC’s inquiry into transmission planning and cost allocation prompted a flood of comments, most of them agreeing on the need for some changes.
TVA
TVA Sued Over Contributions to Trade Groups
The Center for Biological Diversity has sued the TVA over contributions it makes to trade associations and industry groups, arguing a misuse of ratepayer funds.
AEP
TOs Won’t Give up RTO Adder Without a Fight
Utilities are seeking Congressional help to defeat FERC’s proposal to eliminate the transmission rate adder for remaining in RTOs.
EEI
February Storm Still a Hot Topic on the Conference Circuit
February’s winter storm, which threw Texas and much of the Midwest into a deep freeze, remains a hot topic as seen at recent industry conferences.
Edison Electric Institute
Manchin Ruminates on Power, Process at EEI Conference
In an interview taped for EEI's Net Zero conference, Sen. Joe Manchin suggested he will oppose White House initiatives that add to the national debt.
FERC and NEPA Reform Sought to Speed Tx Expansion
At a hearing before the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis, speakers discussed modernizing the grid & the steps necessary to decarbonize the U.S.
FERC Electrification Conference Considers Future Grid
The need for uniform EV charging standards and the limits of state efforts to price carbon highlighted FERC’s technical conference on electrification.
Industry Warns of Hidden Dangers in Cyber Incentives
FERC’s proposal for incentivizing public utilities to invest in cybersecurity improvements provoked a range of reactions from stakeholders.

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