June 6, 2025

SPP seeks FERC approval to include MISO’s 2023 DPP cycle in joint targeted interconnection queue process

The change aims to streamline interconnection procedures and reduce delays for new generation projects along the MISO-SPP seam.

Fast Track Approval: Southwest Power Pool Inc. requested FERC approval to modify its joint operating agreement with Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc. to include MISO's 2023 Definitive Planning Phase (DPP) queue cycle in the joint targeted interconnection queue (JTIQ) process, according to a June 3 filing. This change is intended to accelerate the interconnection of new generation projects. Details Emerge: ...

Details:

Filing Date: June 3, 2025

Docket Numbers:

ER25-2420

Short Summary:

Southwest Power Pool Inc. requested FERC approval to modify its joint operating agreement with Midcontinent Independent System Operator Inc. to include MISO’s 2023 Definitive Planning Phase (DPP) queue cycle in the joint targeted interconnection queue (JTIQ) process, according to a June 3 filing. This change is intended to accelerate the interconnection of new generation projects.

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Policies & Rulemakings

Tags: Generator Interconnection Queue, Generator Interconnection Service Agreements, Transmission Cost Allocation, Transmission Network Upgrades, Transmission Planning

Entities: Southwest Power Pool

Markets: Southwest Power Pool (SPP)

Regions: West

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Regulators: FERC

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Documents:

Joint Operating Agreement – Amendment – Application