Federal Power Act Section 202(c): Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)

On August 20, 2025, Department of Energy (DOE) issued an emergency order, pursuant to section 202(c) of the Federal Power Act, to Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO). The emergency order directs MISO, in coordination with Consumers Energy, to ensure that the J.H. Campbell Power Plant in West Olive, Michigan remains available for operation, minimizing any potential generation shortfall that could lead to unnecessary power outages. This order is in effect beginning on August 21, 2025, and continuing until November 19, 2025.   

DOE's orders are below.