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FERC approves ISO-NE review of transmission replacement projects

Withdrew one project during interim review

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved ISO New England's plan to review utility-planned transmission replacement projects. The order, issued October 16, 2026, takes effect January 1, 2027. The review is advisory: ISO New England reports its conclusions to its Planning Advisory Committee but does not decide whether a project proceeds or rule on whether its costs are prudent.

Updated Oct 24

Connecticut’s December windstorm: trees down, roads choked, and a grid that still breaks first

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As of May 2026: Completed restoration of 85,000+ customers within three days; no major operational failures reported

Connecticut's December windstorm played out the familiar script: a fast-moving system brought damaging gusts and rain on December 19, toppling trees onto distribution lines and knocking out power to more than 50,000 customers. By Sunday evening, crews had restored service to all but 166 customers, clearing more than 190 blocked roads in the process—a textbook three-day restoration cycle.

Updated May 15