FERC Launches Potomac Energy Rate Fairness Review
Published Date: 8/5/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is checking if Potomac Energy Center, LLC’s electricity rates are fair or not. If they find the rates unfair, Potomac might have to pay refunds starting from August 5, 2025. Anyone interested has 21 days to speak up and join the conversation.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Potential Refunds Starting August 5, 2025
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has opened an investigation of Potomac Energy Center, LLC’s rates and established the refund effective date as the date this notice was published in the Federal Register: August 5, 2025. If the Commission later orders refunds, those refunds will be effective beginning on that date.
21-Day Window To Intervene
Anyone who wants to be heard in Docket No. EL25-101-000 must file a notice of intervention or motion to intervene under FERC Rule 214 (18 CFR 385.214) within 21 days of the order’s issuance. Filing within this 21-day period is required to participate in the proceeding.
Public Help Available from FERC OPP
FERC’s Office of Public Participation (OPP) offers assistance to members of the public — including landowners, community organizations, and Tribal members — to access information and navigate filings like interventions, comments, or rehearing requests. OPP can be reached at (202) 502-6595 or [email protected].
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