FERC addresses data center reliability, grid seams issues in monthly meeting

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission set deadlines for data center reliability standards, ordered grid operators to report on interregional coordination problems, and advanced a complaint over cost recovery for a New Jersey transmission

First covered Jul 17, 2026 · 5:44 AM PT · 1 article

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Appeared in: 2026-07-17 (#14)

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