The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has taken a significant step toward addressing the growing demand for electricity from data centers, advanced manufacturing facilities, and other energy-intensive users. On June 18, 2026, FERC issued separate show cause orders to each of the six Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs) and Independent System Operators (ISOs) under its jurisdiction, directing them to justify their existing large-load interconnection processes or propose reforms.
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