FERC Unveils Green Report on Power Producer Rates and Rules
Published Date: 9/19/2025
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has shared an environmental report about new rules for small power producers and cogenerators under a 1978 energy law. This affects energy companies that qualify for special rates and requirements, with a chance for the public to comment by October 16, 2025. These changes could impact how these facilities operate and get paid, so it’s a big deal for the energy world!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Qualifying Facilities: Operations and Pay Changes
FERC staff prepared an environmental assessment of revisions to regulations adopted in Order No. 872 that affect qualifying small power producers and cogenerators. These revisions could change how those qualifying facilities operate and how they are paid under the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (dockets RM19-15-002 and AD16-16-002).
Public Comment Opportunity and Help
The environmental assessment is available online and the public may comment by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on October 16, 2025. FERC accepts comments via eComment, eFiling, or mailed paper submissions, and its Office of Public Participation can help landowners, community organizations, Tribal members, and others file comments (OPP phone: (202) 502-6595).
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