FERC Reviews Ohio Grid Pricing Plan for Fairness
Published Date: 7/8/2026
Notice
Summary
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is checking if Grid Growth Ohio’s new pricing plan is fair or not. This affects customers and companies using their electricity rates, with possible money refunds starting July 8, 2026. If you want to speak up, you’ve got 21 days to join the conversation and make your voice heard!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Investigation May Trigger Rate Refunds
FERC has opened a Section 206 investigation into Grid Growth Ohio's proposed Formula Rate Template to decide if the rates are unjust, unreasonable, or unlawful. If FERC orders refunds, the refund effective date is the publication date of this notice, July 8, 2026. Interested persons have 21 days from the issuance of the order to file to intervene in Docket No. EL26-76-000.
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