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FERC rejects most of PJM’s large load interconnection plan

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has rejected most of PJM Interconnection's plan to manage large loads, including data centers, during grid emergencies. The plan aimed to establish an Interim Resource Adequacy Service to curtail power to large loads without matching new generation. FERC approved PJM's proposal to establish a Large Load Registry, but denied the curtailment plan.

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  • ✓ FERC rejected PJM's proposal to establish an Interim Resource Adequacy Service to curtail power to large loads.
  • ✓ FERC approved PJM's proposal to establish a Large Load Registry of data centers and other large electricity users.
  • ✓ The Large Load Registry aims to track data centers and other customers with high electricity demand.
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FERC's rejection of PJM's curtailment plan marks a significant development in the grid operator's efforts to manage large loads during emergencies.

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  1. FERC rejects PJM's plan to curtail power to data centers

    The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has rejected most of PJM Interconnection's plan to manage large loads, including data centers, during grid emergencies. The plan aimed to establish an Interim Resource Adequacy Service to curtail power to large loads without matching new generation. FERC approved PJM's proposal to establish a Large Load Registry, but denied the curtailment plan.

    Why it matters

    The decision affects PJM's ability to manage electricity supply and demand in its 13-state service area. The Large Load Registry will track data centers and other large electricity users. FERC's rejection of the curtailment plan implies that states should implement their own rules for managing large loads during grid emergencies.

    What is confirmed

    • FERC rejected PJM's proposal to establish an Interim Resource Adequacy Service to curtail power to large loads.
    • FERC approved PJM's proposal to establish a Large Load Registry of data centers and other large electricity users.
    • The Large Load Registry aims to track data centers and other customers with high electricity demand.

    What to watch next

    • PJM's next steps in managing large loads during grid emergencies
    • State-level implementation of curtailment rules for large loads
    • FERC's future decisions on grid management and large load interconnection
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    5. Utility Dive — FERC rejects most of PJM’s large load interconnection plan
    6. Reuters — US panel approves PJM's registry of data centers, rejects plan to curtail power to them
    7. Seeking Alpha — FERC rejects most of PJM's temporary curtailment plan to manage data centers (XLU:NYSEARCA)
    8. Utility Dive — DOE presses PJM on ratepayer protections from large load costs
    9. RTO Insider — Why PJM’s Proposed Backstop Auction Is a Bad Idea
    10. The Hill — Federal energy regulators shoot down grid operator’s plan to cut power to data centers during shortfalls
    11. FOX 32 Chicago — Feds reject parts of plan aimed at protecting Chicago electricity customers
    12. The National Law Review — FERC Suspends PJM’s Reliability Backstop Auction: Key Issues for PJM to Resolve
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