California ISO Approves Updated Procedures for Large Load Connections The California ISO Board of Governors has formally approved new procedures designed to facilitate the rapid and dependable connection of substantial electrical loads to the grid, the ISO announced on October 28. The proposal will now be submitted to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission by the

Pacific Gas and Electric Co. is warning about 25,000 prospective customers that they could be forced to wait as long as six months beyond their scheduled connection dates to get power.

PJM Unveils Plan for Managing Large Electricity Loads During Grid Stress The PJM regional power grid operator has announced a new framework designed to manage rapidly increasing electricity demand from large consumers, including data centers and other major facilities. The plan, outlined in the Connect & Manage framework on August 13, 2026, introduces a large-load

PJM Board Directs Actions on Resource Adequacy and Large Loads The PJM Board of Managers has directed actions aimed at bolstering grid reliability and managing affordability concerns related to the rapid increase in Large Load connections. These directives include filing two proposals with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, addressing immediate reliability challenges while longer-term market

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Investigates CAISO’s Handling of Large Load Customers The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has initiated a formal review of the California Independent System Operator Corporation's (CAISO) procedures for managing large electricity load customers, directing CAISO and its transmission owners to justify existing tariff language or propose revisions. The order focuses on

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Advances Oversight of Large Electrical Loads The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) took action on June 18, 2026, addressing the rapid growth of large electrical loads including data centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, and other energy-intensive customers. These actions focus on how these loads connect to, rely upon, and pay for the

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Advances New Oversight Framework for Large Loads and Co-Located Generation The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) initiated a series of actions on June 18, 2026, addressing the rapid expansion of substantial electrical loads, including data centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, and other energy-intensive consumers. These actions focus on how these loads connect

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Directs Grid Operators to Justify Large Load Integration Rules The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has initiated actions intended to streamline access for substantial electrical loads, including artificial intelligence data centers and manufacturers, while safeguarding other consumers from potential cost increases. The commission issued directives to each of the six Regional

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Directs Grid Operators to Review Large Load Integration Procedures The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has taken action to expedite grid access for significant electricity consumers, such as artificial intelligence data centers and manufacturing facilities, while aiming to protect other customers from associated costs. On June 18, 2026, FERC issued orders