INSIGHTSSERIES
Power & Utilities | Smart Grid
October 27, 2025
Regulators Modernize Electric System Planning Across the U.S.
Recent actions reflect a growing commitment to reforming how utilities plan and invest in the electric grid.
Regulators across the U.S. are advancing new policies to update electric system planning frameworks, strengthen grid reliability and resilience, and…Read the full report
Key Takeaways
- Michigan has approved new distribution planning filing requirements for electric utilities to facilitate proper evaluation of significant and necessary investments to the aging distribution system.
- The Maryland Public Service Commission has adopted regulations to implement the requirements for electric system distribution planning in the Climate Solutions Now Act of 2022, detailing strategies to enhance grid resilience and reduce emissions.
- Washington regulators have adopted rules requiring combined electric and gas integrated system plans, cost tests for emission-reduction measures, and planning coordination.
