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Former FERC Chairman Joseph Kelliher argues that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission should reject a proposal allowing states to share filing rights with the PJM Interconnection and its transmission owners under Section 205 of the Federal Power Act.

A study by the Electric Power Research Institute found that data centers reduced retail electricity prices by 3.5% per doubling of capacity until 2024, but a $7 trillion AI infrastructure buildout may reverse this trend, with Virginia already seeing a 13% rise in residential electricity costs. Goldman Sachs and PJM warn of future price increases linked to data center demand.

Consumer advocates in the D.C. area are urging changes to PJM's governance structure, arguing it gives disproportionate voting power to energy market participants. They claim allowing more clean energy on the grid could reduce energy bills by $500 annually per customer. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission chair Laura Swett acknowledged PJM faces a legitimacy crisis.

The article analyzes the distinct questioning styles of the nine Supreme Court justices based on data from 58 oral arguments in October Term 2025, which generated 5,095 questions. It highlights Chief Justice John Roberts' focus on 'limiting principles' to assess the long-term implications of legal arguments, exemplified by his questioning in Chatrie v. United States regarding geofence warrants.

American Efficient, a Durham-based energy company, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after being fined $722 million and ordered to repay $410 million by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for allegedly manipulating electricity markets. The company denies wrongdoing and claims FERC's accusations are baseless.

Virginia lawmakers urge Gov. Abigail Spanberger to call a special session to extend the State Corporation Commission's review period for the proposed $67 billion Dominion Energy-NextEra Energy merger. The merger, which would create the largest U.S. utility, requires approvals from multiple states and federal agencies. Lawmakers argue acting first would weaken Virginia's negotiating leverage and harm ratepayers.

In Michigan, over 100,000 residents live downstream of aging, potentially hazardous dams like the Labarge Dam, which faces ongoing risks such as water seepage and inadequate spillways. Federal and state oversight gaps, coupled with climate-driven floods, have led to repeated dam failures and calls for stricter regulations and funding for repairs.

The 10th Circuit ruled that Kansas ratepayers cannot sue natural gas wholesalers under state consumer protection law for price spikes during a 2021 winter storm, citing federal preemption under the Natural Gas Act. The court found that wholesale price controls fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which investigated but took no enforcement action.

A new Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) order may strengthen Maryland's argument that ratepayers were unlawfully billed billions for grid upgrades serving out-of-state data centers. However, it remains unclear whether the directive applies to past costs already allocated by PJM Interconnection or only future expenses.

The Supreme Court is considering overturning the 1935 Humphrey’s Executor v. United States decision, which established congressional authority to create independent agencies. The case could redefine the balance of power between the executive branch and independent regulatory bodies, with liberals and conservatives holding opposing views compared to 1935. The current Court's potential reversal would impact agencies like the Federal Reserve and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) instructed regional electric grid operators to revise rules governing data centers, falling short of the Trump administration's expectations but imposing stricter oversight. The commission acknowledged stress on the nation's electric grid.

Federal regulators approved a plan to expedite the connection of AI data centers to the electric grid by directing regional operators to reform processes. The goal is to accelerate the buildout of these facilities while reducing costs.

Federal regulators approved a plan to expedite grid access for large energy users, including AI data centers, to address surging demand. The decision, supported by Energy Secretary Chris Wright, aims to enhance U.S. competitiveness in AI but faces concerns from utilities and clean energy advocates over regulatory authority and renewable energy priorities.

Federal regulators approved a plan to expedite grid connections for large energy users, including AI data centers, to address surging demand. The move, backed by Energy Secretary Chris Wright, aims to enhance U.S. competitiveness in AI but faces concerns from utilities and clean energy advocates about grid management and renewable energy priorities.

Federal regulators approved a plan to expedite connections for AI data centers to address surging demand, with tech companies supporting it but utilities and clean energy advocates expressing concerns. The FERC voted unanimously to require data centers to cover grid upgrade costs, aiming to balance timely access with affordability for ratepayers.

Federal regulators approved a plan to expedite grid connections for large energy users, including AI data centers, to address surging demand. The decision, supported by Energy Secretary Chris Wright, aims to boost U.S. AI competitiveness but faces concerns from utilities and clean energy advocates over grid management and renewable energy goals.

Federal regulators approved a plan to expedite grid connections for large energy users, including AI data centers, to address surging demand. The decision, backed by Energy Secretary Chris Wright, aims to bolster U.S. competitiveness in AI against China but faces concerns from utilities and clean energy advocates about grid management and renewable energy goals.

The AI-driven power boom is increasing electricity demand from data centers, prompting debates over infrastructure costs, grid access, and regulatory frameworks at PJM and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Decisions on how to integrate large-scale power users could shape electricity prices, reliability, and the pace of AI development.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) approved the Southwest Power Pool's non-firm, large load transmission service. The service enables data centers and other large energy consumers to connect to the grid quickly but may be interrupted during periods of tight grid conditions.

Maryland citizens are facing a $2 billion power grid upgrade bill to support out-of-state AI data centers. The state is complaining to federal energy regulators, citing additional costs that break ratepayer protection pledges. This upgrade is intended to support artificial intelligence infrastructure