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Front row seats at the organized electric markets and climate policy. Spot opportunities. Influence policy.
Covering federal and state policy including FERC, CAISO, ISO-NE, NYISO, MISO, PJM, ERCOT, SPP, Markets+, EDAM. Now a Yes Energy company.
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In a relatively light monthly conference call Nov. 18, NERC’s Standards Committee unanimously agreed to reject a standard authorization request that would have exempted nuclear generators.
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Writer: Holden Mann
November 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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A group of environmental, energy and water safety nonprofits have sued both New York and New Jersey over their recent permits for the Northeast Supply Enhancement project.
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Writer: Vincent Gabrielle
November 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Host | Seismic Shifts and The Ongoing Regulatory Aftershocks

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Join Yes Energy and RTO Insider for an in-depth discussion of the stories that dominated this year’s headlines and will continue shaping the industry in 2026.
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Seismic Shifts and The Ongoing Regulatory Aftershocks
2025 brought seismic shifts across US power markets — and the aftershocks will continue into 2026. Join Yes Energy and RTO Insider for an in-depth discussion.
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November 18, 2025 at 10:58 PM
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At a two-day workshop held by the California Energy Commission, offshore wind experts and fishermen identified challenges associated with building offshore wind turbines in Humboldt Bay.
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Writer: David Krause
November 18, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright ordered FERC to initiate a new rulemaking proceeding in order to “ensure efficient, timely and non-discriminatory load interconnections”.
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Writer: Peter Kelly-Detwiler
November 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Artificial Intelligence in Energy Markets: The Case for AI-Ready Data & Human Expertise
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Artificial Intelligence in Energy Markets: The Case for AI-Ready Data & Human Expertise
As data volumes surge and systems grow more complex, success will depend on combining artificial intelligence in energy markets with human intelligence.
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November 17, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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MISO said all four recommendations in the Independent Market Monitor’s 2024 State of the Market Report likely are viable.
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Writer: Amanda Durish Cook
November 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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For every $1 billion in transmission investments that is delayed, consumers lose between $150 million and $370 million in net benefits per year of delay.
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Writer: James Downing
November 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Pennsylvania has withdrawn from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative as part of an overdue budget compromise signed by Gov. Josh Shapiro.
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Writer: Devin Leith-Yessian
November 17, 2025 at 1:14 AM
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PA Withdraws from RGGI: High capacity prices in PJM could spur development in PA regardless of its participation in RGGI. A big barrier for renewables is the amount of time it takes to get through the interconnection process. 🔌💡
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November 15, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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A new report from the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners offers state regulators an extensive set of recommendations.
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Writer: Robert Mullin
November 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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November 3, 2025 at 9:21 PM
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From renewable integration to battery storage and market design changes, the electric grid is undergoing a transformation unlike any in history. Understanding these shifts is essential for market participants looking to stay ahead. blog.yesenergy.com/yeblog/chang... 🔌💡
Report: Changes to the US Electric Grid and How to Prepare
A once-steady US electricity demand curve has jolted awake. As load increases, how can you prepare for changes to the US electric grid?
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November 11, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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November 12, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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Attorneys for the state of New York agreed in a federal court filing Nov. 12 to suspend the implementation of the All-Electric Buildings Act.
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Writer: Vincent Gabrielle
November 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Top Massachusetts House members are pushing an expansive energy bill that would scale back several major climate initiatives and programs.
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Writer: Jon Lamson
November 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Eleven former FERC commissioners filed a brief with the Supreme Court arguing it should uphold Humphrey’s Executor or carve out an exception for ratemaking agencies.
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Writer: James Downing
November 13, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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The International Energy Agency released its World Energy Outlook 2025, which found new emerging economies are poised to drive the near-term future of energy.
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Writer: James Downing
November 13, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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The Organization of MISO States is warning NERC that its possible new resource adequacy standard would tread on states’ planning authority.
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Writer: Amanda Durish Cook
November 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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The National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners passed a resolution urging FERC to resist the Department of Energy’s push to give itself jurisdiction over large loads interconnecting with the grid.
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Writer: Robert Mullin
November 12, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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FERC rejected a complaint that the Kentucky Public Service Commission and attorney general filed against American Electric Power over a cost-allocation dispute.
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Writer: James Downing
November 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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PJM’s winter outlook found the RTO should have enough resources to meet the forecast peak load of 145,700 MW.
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Writer: Devin Leith-Yessian
November 11, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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The Michigan Public Service Commission has approved tailored rate provisions between Consumers Energy and energy-intensive load customers.
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Writer: Amanda Durish Cook
November 10, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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A drone shot follows wind blowing through tinder-dry grass to transmission lines that clank ominously in the Sierra Nevada foothills.
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Writer: Dej Knuckey
November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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The state of New York has reversed course and issued a critical water-quality permit for a proposed natural gas pipeline off the coast of New York City.
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Writer: Vincent Gabrielle
November 7, 2025 at 9:12 PM