PJM Interconnect Electric Grid Faces Challenges From States and Groups
Recent actions suggest a concerted effort to challenge the PJM Interconnect electric grid. The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has partnered with progressive groups, raising concerns about potential political influence. Simultaneously, New Jersey, Maryland, and Illinois have jointly petitioned the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), requesting a reevaluation of a recent electric capacity auction. These states argue that a rerun could potentially benefit ratepayers, estimating savings of $5 billion. Critics contend that these states' policies, which prioritize renewable energy sources, are fundamentally contributing to the issues causing high electricity costs, and that PJM is being unfairly targeted as a consequence.
