Regional Transmission Organization (RTO)/Independent System Operator (ISO)
There are six Regional Transmission Organizations which ensure the reliability of the electric grid within their region and manage wholesale electric markets. This section provides more information about ISOs/RTOs.
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An Introductory Guide to Electricity Markets regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
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Understanding and Participating in California ISO (CAISO) Processes
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An Introductory Guide for Participation in ISO New England Processes
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Participation in Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) Processes
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An Introductory Guide for Participation in New York ISO Processes
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An Introductory Guide for Participation in Southwest Power Pool Processes
Rulemakings
When the Commission is considering a change of policies or rules, it will open a rulemaking in order to solicit input from a broad range of stakeholders. This section contains explainers on rulemakings currently open before the Commission.
Distributed Energy Resources
Generator Interconnection
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Explainer on the Interconnection Final Rule (FERC Order No. 2023)
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Explainer on the Interconnection Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR)
Inverter-Based Resources
Regional Electric Transmission
Other
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Formula Rates in Electric Transmission Proceedings: Key Concepts and How to Participate
- Reliability Explainer
- Western Energy Markets Explainer
Primers
Primers are book length documents written to provide in-depth context and information on specific topics.