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FERC’s Winter Outlook Shows Need for an Updated Grid

FERC’s Winter Outlook Shows Need for an Updated Grid

October 26, 2022 |

In its winter assessment, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission forecasts that U.S. electricity markets should have ample supplies to heat and power consumers through the coming winter. It becomes clearer every day that no energy source is perfect, but adding more transmission lines, efficiency measures, renewable energy, demand response, and energy storage can deliver a system that is most able to withstand the coldest colds and hottest heat waves.

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US PJM’s Interconnection Rule Is a Good Start

US PJM’s Interconnection Rule Is a Good Start

July 17, 2022 |

A proposal from grid operator PJM Interconnection is designed to start working through the backlog of wind and solar projects trying to connect to the grid. NRDC and others told the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) that it should not only approve this plan but also put in place new federal rule changes that could solve this problem nationwide. PJM—the nation’s largest grid operator—is seeking to break a logjam that’s preventing thousands of wind and solar power projects from getting built.

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FERC Could Slash Inflation and Double Renewables with These Grid Upgrades

FERC Could Slash Inflation and Double Renewables with These Grid Upgrades

July 8, 2022 |

GETs are a set of technologies designed to allow existing grid infrastructure to transport more electricity. The most common GETs are dynamic line ratings (DLRs), advanced power flow controls, and topology optimization. A study by the Brattle Group in Kansas and Oklahoma found that implementing GETs could double renewable energy uptake on the grid and that the investments would pay for themselves in just six months.

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Federal Support on Capacity Can Boost Regional Wind Goals in US

Federal Support on Capacity Can Boost Regional Wind Goals in US

April 6, 2022 |

In December 2019, FERC expanded the Minimum Offer Price Rule (MOPR), effectively prohibiting offshore wind and other state-supported resources from participating in capacity-market auctions. The rule made it difficult for offshore wind providers to participate in capacity market auctions. Now, to advance the buildout of renewable energy, FERC should “enhance” the expanded MOPR and set a process and timeframe for adopting a new market structure.

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How can RTOs accommodate anticipated growth in offshore wind generation?

How can RTOs accommodate anticipated growth in offshore wind generation?

November 16, 2020 |

Political push and regulatory initiatives to achieve clean energy goals have so far been the major market drivers for the offshore wind industry in the US, which has a target of achieving 22 GW of offshore wind generation by 2030 and 86 GW by 2050. However, the massive infrastructure buildout over a relatively short period of time has posed unique challenges for the country.

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