FERC Greenlights Solar and Wind Projects to Skip Red Tape
Published Date: 6/6/2025
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Summary
A bunch of solar, wind, and battery storage companies just got official approval to be 'Exempt Wholesale Generators,' meaning they can sell power wholesale without some usual rules slowing them down. This change kicks in right away, helping these clean energy projects move faster and potentially save money. If you’re following the green energy boom, these approvals are a big green light for more power on the grid!
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