Energy Firms Submit Changes: Watch Those April Deadlines!
Published Date: 3/27/2026
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission got a bunch of new filings from energy companies like Viridon and PJM Interconnection. These filings include requests to change rates, update contracts, and get approvals for new projects, which could affect electricity prices and services. If you want to comment or keep an eye on these changes, deadlines are coming up in early to mid-April 2026.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Multiple Electricity Rate Filings Filed
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission received many electric rate and tariff filings (Sec. 205(d) rate filings and tariff amendments) from companies including PJM Interconnection, Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Southwest Power Pool, Puget Sound Energy, and Duke Energy Indiana. The notice lists effective dates for those filings such as January 6, 2026; March 17, 2026; June 1, 2026; and July 1, 2025.
Public Comment Deadlines in Early–Mid April 2026
If you want to intervene, protest, or file comments on these proceedings, FERC set deadlines at 5:00 p.m. Eastern on various dates between March 30, 2026 and April 14, 2026 (examples include April 3, April 7, April 10, April 13, and April 14, 2026). To become a party you must file under FERC Rules 211, 214, or 206 by the listed comment date.
Filings Available in FERC eLibrary
The notice says the filings are accessible in FERC's eLibrary by querying the docket number at https://elibrary.ferc.gov and includes eFiling guidance and contact numbers (toll free (866) 208-3676 and OPP (202) 502-6595). You can use these resources to read the detailed filings and instructions for submitting comments or interventions.
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