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Committee hears how MISO and regional planning shape data‑center connections and cost allocation

Presenters explained the MISO MTEP process and its role in identifying needed transmission upgrades for data centers, and noted pending FERC scrutiny of large‑load cost allocation methodologies.

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Santa Ana council backs measures to ease utility burdens for families

Councilmembers and community groups voiced support for a resolution urging action on utility affordability; speakers described high bills, and council unanimously supported sending a message to state officials.

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Federal and industry officials, hyperscalers and commissioners testify at FERC convening on PJM

FERC's convening heard presentations from federal officials, White House advisers, PJM executives, state utility commissioners and hyperscalers; the staff speaker listed the principal participants and said Chairman Lara Sweat outlined a roadmap for stakeholder action.

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FERC convenes stakeholders, seeks comments on PJM governance with Aug. 21 deadline

FERC convened federal, state and industry leaders to press for reforms to PJM governance, citing rapid load growth across the region and urging public comment by August 21. Officials framed goals around speed, transparency and accountability.

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Maryland’s Rising Electricity Costs: A Battle Over Grid Control - Cozzy Energy Solutions

Maryland electricity costs are rising faster than the national average, prompting state legislators to point to factors largely outside of Maryland’s control. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is currently considering increased state involvement in decisions made by PJM Interconnection, which manages the electrical grid for Maryland and twelve other states. A conference held Thursday focused

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FERC Scrutinizes PJM Governance Reforms - Cozzy Energy Solutions

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Examines PJM Governance Reforms The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) held a technical conference on July 23, 2026, to evaluate governance reforms at PJM Interconnection LLC (PJM). FERC Chair Laura Swett led the discussion, joined by Commissioners David A. LaCerte, Lindsey S. See, David Rosner, and Judy W. Chang. The conference

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PSC approves slight decrease to Pepco and Delmarva green rider rates for home EV charging

Staff recommended and the commission approved a small reduction in the green rider rate for Pepco and Delmarva (to 0.1638¢/kWh) that applies to residential EV home charging; utilities and staff corrected minor typos in filings prior to the vote.

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Commenters cite Xcel Energy profits and CEO pay while opposing rate increases

Several speakers told the PUC that Xcel Energy's strong financial results—including testimony that the utility generated nearly $1 billion in net profit in Colorado in 2025 and that its CEO received a 24% raise—undercut its case for additional rate recovery.

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Unlocking Electricity: Why Vertical Integration Can Power Better Markets - Cozzy Energy Solutions

Electricity market performance improves when government involvement is limited, fostering consumer selection and competition. Several states, including Maryland, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, have restricted traditional utility companies from providing energy services within a standard framework despite claims of deregulation. This restricts consumers from choosing a vertically integrated service that could potentially lower costs and improve

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Reforming PJM: A Look at Governance and Reliability Challenges - Cozzy Energy Solutions

Federal regulators convened a technical conference on Thursday to examine proposed reforms concerning PJM governance and stakeholder procedures. The event featured two-dozen speakers following introductory remarks from commissioners. James P. Danly, deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy and former FERC chair, and Peter Lake, senior director of power for the White House National

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FERC Issues Ultimatum to PJM Over Governance Crisis - Cozzy Energy Solutions

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a warning to PJM Interconnection, setting a deadline of the end of September for the grid operator to implement governance reforms or face mandatory changes imposed by the agency. FERC Chairman Laura Swett stated that PJM is facing a “grave legitimacy crisis” due to concerns over its decision-making

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FERC Issues Ultimatum: PJM’s Governance Under Scrutiny - Cozzy Energy Solutions

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued a warning to participants in the PJM Interconnection’s power market, indicating potential intervention if significant reforms are not implemented within two months. FERC Chair Laura Swett announced the possibility of issuing a notice requesting detailed responses regarding PJM's governance and processes. She stated that failure by stakeholders