Generator Interconnection Service Agreements

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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.

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June 5, 2025

SPP proposes fix to grid connection process for data centers

The new process aims to address backlog of connection requests by considering planned generation resources.

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June 4, 2025

FERC orders PJM to clarify land acquisition responsibility in interconnection agreements

PJM must revise its interconnection agreements to explicitly assign land acquisition duties for network upgrades to transmission owners, not customers.

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May 19, 2025

Repsol, Pattern Energy, and Illinois Generation partner on grid connection for renewable projects topping 1GW in capacity

The joint venture helps streamline the interconnection process, optimizing resource utilization for the developers which face long PJM project queues.

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May 15, 2025

FERC approves PJM grid study agreement for LS Power’s 300-MW data center

The FERC approval comes amidst a broader inquiry by the agency into PJM’s handling of co-located loads and their impact on the transmission system.

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May 6, 2025

Idaho Power terminates grid connection for long-delayed $2.4B pumped hydro project

The termination follows a three-year suspension and a failure by Cat Creek to provide the required construction deposit.

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May 1, 2025

FERC probe into PJM data center grid rules draws sharp divisions along predicable lines

One area where many stakeholders find agreement on co-location policies – the need for clearer rules from PJM.

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April 23, 2025

LS Power’s data center campus expansion plan draws challenge from PJM watchdog

LSP Digital’s proposal to shift Doswell Generating Station’s capacity to a behind-the-meter data center faces opposition from the PJM Independent Market Monitor.

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April 15, 2025

FERC rejects Susquehanna Nuclear rehearing on co-located load, upholding standardized interconnection rules

The decision reinforces FERC’s focus on standardized interconnection processes and the high hurdle for non-conforming agreements.

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April 7, 2025

FERC greenlights Palisades Nuclear Plant restart in historic decision

The approval for interconnecting to the grid advances the first return of a nuclear plant to active service in the U.S., setting a key precedent for similar projects.

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December 11, 2024

Constellation Energy seeks fast track FERC ruling against PJM on co-locating load

The company alleges PJM rules discriminate against generators serving fully isolated co-located loads.

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December 11, 2024

Talen appeals FERC’s rejection of grid pact with Amazon data center

Talen argues ‘flawed’ analysis jeopardizes U.S. energy security.

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December 5, 2024

Head of congressional AI taskforce urges FERC to support energy needs for data centers amid AI boom

The GOP representative said that co-located energy production at data centers does not have to come at the expense of grid reliability.

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