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July 30, 2024

SPP/WEIS

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Strategic Planning Committee to Continue Work on Tx Cost Shifts
The SPP Strategic Planning Committee agreed to take up the contentious issue of cost shifts when new members join existing transmission-pricing zones.
SPP Markets and Operations Policy Committee Briefs
SPP stakeholders approved a 12% planning reserve margin, a new demand curve and 10 revision requests at the Markets and Operations Policy Committee meeting.
SPP MOPC Endorses 14 Tx Projects over Objections
SPP stakeholders endorsed $201.5 million in transmission projects despite objections from several entities.
SPP’s Z2 Task Force Sees More Work in its Future
The SPP Z2 Task Force came no closer to a solution for the complicated crediting process during a meeting cut short by weather.
FERC Won’t Act on Montana Regulators in PURPA Dispute
FERC rejected Vote Solar’s request that the commission reconsider its decision not to enforce the PURPA against Montana regulators.
Ex Rep Sees Smaller Federal Role in Energy Industry Under Trump
SPP's Mike Ross told the Strategic Planning Committee that the industry can expect a future with less federal intervention under President Trump.
FERC OK in Hand, NextEra Faces More Questions on Oncor Deal
NextEra Energy has won FERC approval to acquire Oncor, but is still facing questions from the PUCT and calls for more protections from stakeholders.
Mountain West to Explore Joining SPP
Mountain West Transmission Group has said it will enter discussions with SPP to explore the possibility of joining the RTO.
SPP Requests DOE Approval to Export Power to Canada
SPP has filed an application with the DOE to transmit electricity from the U.S. into Canada, using Basin Electric’s existing transmission.
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SPP Seams Steering Committee Briefs
SPP stakeholders agreed to amend a two-year-old policy paper and clarify when FERC approval would be needed for cost allocation towards some seams projects.

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