Priorities detailed by new FERC Chairman Rosner: Emphasis on infrastructure expansion - "Build, build, build" is the focus.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has a new leader at the helm, with David Rosner taking over as Chairman following the departure of Mark Christie on August 8.
Rosner, who joined FERC in June 2024, has expressed a strong focus on enabling economic growth through abundant and affordable energy. One of his key priorities is issuing guidance on data center colocation with power plants, a matter that Christie could not secure a majority vote for before his departure.
The outcome of FERC's review on data center colocation could set a precedent for colocated load in the power markets FERC oversees. Resolving the PJM colocation docket is a top priority for FERC, and both Rosner and Commissioner Lindsay See are engaged on the matter.
See also aims to balance speedy decisions and regulatory certainty at FERC. She hopes the commission will launch a process to create a 'blanket certificate' program for LNG export facilities, modeled after FERC's program for gas pipelines. This move could streamline the approval process for LNG projects, making it easier for the U.S. to maintain its position as the world's largest LNG exporter.
The U.S. currently has eight LNG export terminals that can handle 14.5 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) and another eight are being built that could export about 21.8 Bcf/d. However, two seats at FERC are currently empty, with nominees Laura Swett and David LaCerte going through the Senate confirmation process.
In addition to LNG, FERC is also reviewing two more LNG export applications and there are two projects in the agency's pre-filing process. The House has passed a bill to fast-track dispatchable generation interconnection, further demonstrating the government's commitment to energy infrastructure development.
Rosner is also excited about infrastructure development. The Department of Energy is seeking comment on large-scale generation and transmission development, providing an opportunity for FERC to develop accurate, clear, and stable market price signals to facilitate new infrastructure development.
As the U.S. continues to lead the world in LNG exports, with exports totaling 11.9 billion cubic feet per day last year, the role of FERC in facilitating this growth will be crucial. Under Rosner's leadership, FERC is poised to make significant strides in ensuring regulatory certainty, promoting infrastructure development, and maintaining the U.S.'s position as a global energy leader.
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