FERC Greenlights Solar Dreams: Energy Firms File for Big Changes
Published Date: 4/9/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new filings from energy companies asking for permission to make big changes, like mergers or new projects. These changes could affect how electricity is produced or sold, and people have until mid to late April 2025 to share their thoughts. Some filings also confirm new solar and storage projects, hinting at more clean energy coming soon!
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Multiple tariff and rate filings with dates
The notice lists numerous tariff, rate, and formula charge filings with proposed effective dates (examples: Merced BESS tariff to be effective 2025-01-10; Public Service Company of New Mexico amendment effective 2025-03-14; AEP Texas reliability project effective 2025-03-21; Hawks Nest Hydro agreement effective 2025-04-04; Portland General Electric EDAM revisions effective 2025-06-02; several market-based rate authorizations to be effective 2025-06-03). Comment deadlines are generally 5:00 p.m. ET in April 2025 (e.g., 4/24/2025).
Section 203 merger/transaction filings
The Commission received Section 203 applications for changes in control or transactions in Dockets EC25-73-000 (Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. et al.), EC25-74-000 (LWP Lessee, LLC et al.), and EC25-75-000 (Silicon Ranch Corporation et al.). Public comments or interventions are due by 5:00 p.m. Eastern on 4/22/2025, 4/18/2025, and 4/24/2025 respectively.
New solar and storage filings noticed
Several filings for solar and storage projects were received, including self-certifications of Exempt Wholesale Generator status (EG25-274-000 Ninnescah Flats Solar, EG25-275-000 Blevins Storage, EG25-276-000 Blevins Solar) with comments due 5:00 p.m. ET on 4/24/2025, and market-based-rate applications for solar entities (e.g., ER25-1872 through ER25-1874) listed with an effective date of 6/3/2025.
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Personalize government policy and PRIA will tell you what this federal register document means for your household, plus every other regulation we track. PRIA reads each provision against your financial profile to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-20238, RamaFlux Sierra PSH, LLC; Notice of Preliminary Permit Application Accepted for Filing and Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Competing Applications
RamaFlux Sierra PSH, LLC wants to study building a big 750-megawatt pumped storage hydroelectric project near Nevada City, California. This notice means they got the green light to explore the idea but can’t start building yet. People have until November 30, 2026, to share their thoughts, join the process, or suggest other project ideas.
2026-20217, Combined Notice of Filings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several filings from natural gas companies about new rates and reports. These changes mostly affect pipeline customers and could change prices starting November 1, 2026. If you want to share your thoughts, you have until October 13, 2026, to comment.
2026-20216, Combined Notice of Filings #1
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got several new filings from energy companies like Shell Energy and West Camp Wind Farm asking for approval on big projects and changes. These filings affect companies involved in power generation and trading, with deadlines for public comments coming up in mid-October. Some filings also include refund reports, hinting at possible money adjustments for customers.
2026-20105, The City of Columbus, Ohio; Notice of Application for Surrender of Exemption Accepted for Filing, Soliciting Comments, Motions To Intervene, and Protests
The City of Columbus, Ohio, wants to give up its special exemption for the O'Shaughnessy Dam Hydroelectric Facility on the Scioto River. This change could affect local energy rules and requires approval from environmental agencies, with public comments due by October 28, 2026. If you care about local energy or the environment, now’s the time to speak up!
2026-20106, Combined Notice of Filings
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got a bunch of filings from natural gas pipeline companies about changing their rates and agreements. These changes mostly take effect starting November 1, 2026, and could affect how much customers pay or how companies handle fuel and losses. If you’re involved with these pipelines, keep an eye on comment deadlines in early to mid-October to have your say!
2026-19984, Florida Gas Transmission Company, LLC; Notice of Request Under Blanket Authorization and Establishing Intervention and Protest Deadline
Florida Gas Transmission Company wants to lower the pressure on a big gas pipeline in Calhoun and Liberty Counties, Florida, to keep things safe and run smoother. This change helps meet safety rules and improve operations without extra costs to customers. If you care, you can speak up by October 20, 2026, to join the conversation or raise concerns.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-06080, Revisions to the Filing Process for Commission Forms; Notice of FERC Form No. 60 Taxonomy Update
If you file the FERC Form No. 60, listen up! The filing system rolled back to the April 2024 version because the newer 2025 update included rules that don’t apply this year. So, use the 2024 version for your May 1, 2025 filing, and get ready for the new updates next year—no extra costs or delays this time!
Next: 2025-06082, Meeting the Challenge of Resource Adequacy in Regional Transmission Organization and Independent System Operator Regions; Supplemental Notice of Commissioner-Led Technical Conference
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is hosting a two-day conference on June 4-5, 2025, to tackle big challenges in making sure power grids have enough energy to keep the lights on. This event affects energy markets and operators in regions like PJM, MISO, ISO-NE, NYISO, CAISO, and SPP, aiming to explore new ideas and solutions that could impact how energy is bought, sold, and managed—potentially affecting costs and reliability. It’s a key step toward smarter, stronger energy systems for everyone.