Solar and Grid Operators File Routine Rate Changes at FERC
Published Date: 2/14/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got new filings from solar power companies and electric grid operators. These filings include updates on power projects and rate changes that could affect energy prices and grid operations soon. If you’re involved in energy or just curious, keep an eye on comment deadlines in February and March to have your say!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Public comment deadlines for FERC dockets
You can file protests, comments, or intervene in the listed FERC dockets by 5:00 p.m. Eastern time on the specific comment dates shown in the notice. Examples of the deadlines include 5 p.m. ET on 2/14/2025, 2/28/2025, 3/3/2025, and 2/27/2025. If you want to be a party to a proceeding you must follow Rules 211, 214, or 206 and file by the listed date.
FERC help for landowners and communities
If you are a landowner, community organization, Tribal member, or other member of the public, the Commission's Office of Public Participation (OPP) can help you access information and make filings. You can contact OPP at (202) 502-6595 or by email at OPP@ferc.gov for assistance with interventions, comments, or rehearing requests.
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