Transforming Transmission: FERC Order 1000 Opportunities & Challenges

FERC Order No. 1000 is a game changer for the transmission grid. The rule requires regional planners to consider alternative transmission solutions to meet the transmission needs and removes the federal right of first refusal that incumbent utilities could use to prevent alternative solutions. Plus, FERC Order No. 1000 established requirements for inter-regional planning and costs allocations for regional and inter-regional transmission projects. It is expected to spur transmission development to connect new renewable power projects to the grid. Attend this webinar to review the challenges and opportunities that will result from the rule and learn what to expect when building a transmission. more...