Ideological Logrolling and Energy Permitting Reform
Partisanship presents a threat to and a possible solution for streamlining energy infrastructure development.
How to Use Cheap Renewable Energy
Renewable energy in the United States has declined in cost, but electricity transmission remains a challenge.
Supercharging Electric Grid Interconnection
FERC publishes final rule aimed at expediting the interconnection of new power plants.
Grid Governance Reform for a Clean Energy Transition
Scholars urge RTOs to adopt more pluralist governance model.
From Pipelines to Pipe Dreams
Experts explore how environmental litigation has obstructed pipeline construction.
Solving State Transmission Roadblocks to Unlock Renewable Energy
Scholar examines how community-based regulatory reforms can support efforts to scale up the United States’ electric grid.
Rethinking FERC’s Approach to Natural Gas Pipeline Approvals
Scholar urges FERC to consider clean energy policies before approving natural gas pipelines.
FERC Proposes Revamp to Pipeline Approval Process
FERC proposes environmental justice concerns play a larger role in federal approvals of natural gas pipelines.
A Long-Awaited Participatory Revolution in Energy Regulation
The time is ripe for an Office of Public Participation at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
Zombie Laws Haunt the Energy Market
Scholar argues that energy regulations that once protected consumers now block renewable energy companies.
FERC’s Carbon Blind Spot
Critics argue that a federal regulator’s failure to address climate change clashes with the goal of efficient markets.
Federalism “Collisions” in Energy Policy
Differences between federal and state energy regulations will likely require judicial intervention.