Energy industries
Hon. Rukayat Shittu, the youngest female lawmaker, has made significant strides in pushing forward the Kwara State Electric Power Sector Bill, 2025, which aims to modernize the state's energy framework and empower it to take charge of its own electricity future. The bill, now set for its third
Independent regulatory commissions
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has granted NEXUS Gas Transmission, LLC a waiver of the 30-day notice requirement to accept revised tariff records reflecting negotiated rate agreements with various shippers under Rate Schedule FT-1. This approval comes after the company filed the revised tariff records on August 29, 2025,
Energy industries
The African continent requires up to $240 billion annually to meet its energy and climate goals, making it essential to attract investment and create a stable regulatory environment. A recent report highlights the importance of transparent and consistent regulatory frameworks in fostering investor confidence and driving sustainable development. Countries such
Energy industries
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has granted an extension for Grand River Dam Authority (GRDA) to file a construction completion report for its Cedar Cove Resort project. The extension was requested by GRDA on September 2, 2025, citing that the modifications at the resort were not yet complete. The
Independent regulatory commissions
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has accepted the revised tariff filing of Midcontinent Independent System Operator, Inc. (MISO) on September 30, 2025. The filing, which was submitted on July 31, 2025, aims to reconcile MISO's Open Access Transmission, Energy and Operating Reserve Markets Tariff with previous Commission
Independent regulatory commissions
C.J. Polito, a seasoned Energy Regulatory partner, has joined Vinson & Elkins in Washington, D.C. Bringing extensive experience in regulatory proceedings and investigations, Polito will enhance the firm's Energy Regulatory Practice, focusing on federal regulations governing electricity. His addition is timely, given the current regulatory focus
Energy industries
The Government of the Republic of Moldova has made a significant move towards increasing renewable energy investment by approving capacity quotas that will guide upcoming competitive auctions. This decision comes after two years of geopolitical unrest in the region and reflects Moldova's drive to reduce dependence on imported
Independent regulatory commissions
Brooke Poole Clark, a seasoned nuclear energy law expert with nearly three decades of experience, has joined Morgan Lewis as a partner, resident in Washington, DC. Clark's distinguished career at the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) includes service as general counsel, secretary, and director of the Commission'
Independent regulatory commissions
Champion Wind Farm, a Delaware limited liability company, has submitted a notice of self-certification to the Public Utility Commission of Texas to establish its status as an exempt wholesale generator (EWG) under the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) rules. The notice details the company's plans to
United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
On August 26, 2025, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a delegated order accepting for filing the revisions to the Interconnection and Local Delivery Service Agreement between American Electric Power Service Corporation (AEP) and Wabash Valley Power Association, Inc. The filing was submitted by PJM Interconnection, L.L.C.
United States. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has accepted various administrative housekeeping revisions to Mountain Valley Pipeline, LLC's tariff, effective September 1, 2025. The revisions, filed on August 1, 2025, include updates to several sections of the tariff, including system maps, firm and interruptible transportation services, and rate schedules. The
Independent regulatory commissions
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has issued a delegated order approving the revised Network Integration Transmission Service Agreement between Southwest Power Pool, Inc. (SPP) and Oklahoma Municipal Power Authority (OMPA). The agreement was submitted on June 18, 2025, and amended on July 21, 2025. The Commission accepted the submittal for
