FERC Moves to Speed Interconnection of Data Centers and Other Large Loads

Short summary

FERC issued show-cause orders to six RTOs/ISOs directing them to reform tariffs for interconnecting large loads including data centers, manufacturing facilities, and hyperscalers. The orders target five areas: application processes, cost transparency, co-located generation, flexible load services, and resource adequacy. Affected entities must respond by August 17, 2026, with informational reports due July 20, 2026.

• •FERC issued show-cause orders to six RTOs/ISOs to reform large-load interconnection tariffs
• •Five reform areas: application processes, cost shifting, co-located generation, flexible load services, resource adequacy
• •Responses due August 17, 2026; informational reports due July 20, 2026

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