Minnesota Public Utilities Commission

Commissioner John Tuma and PUC staff Lise Trudeau were recognized for their work this past year with the Southwest Power Pool. Commissioner Tuma is the outgoing president of SPP’s Regional State Committee and Lise is the outgoing chair of the Cost Allocation Working Group. A key accomplishment from this past year was approval of a cost-allocation method for the Joint Targeted Interconnection Queue (JTIQ) portfolio to interconnect new generating resources near the SPP-MISO seam.   The SPP Regional State Committee provides collective regulatory agency input on matters of regional importance related to the development and operation of bulk electric #transmission. It is comprised of regulatory commissioners from agencies in Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota and Texas. To learn more about the work they are doing visit SPP's website. https://lnkd.in/ggM4wMEG

Congratulations to Commissioner Joseph Sullivan! He was recently voted in as the President of the The Organization of MISO States, Inc. (OMS). Through OMS, Minnesota along with other states, works with Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) to make sure they are planning the regional #transmission system we need for #reliable electric service and affordable energy rates - which enables us to achieve our carbon and environmental goals. “I’m honored to be elected as the incoming President of the Organization of MISO States. I am excited to work on some of the biggest issues facing our region, including transmission planning, distributed energy resources and how we can affect policy.” - Commissioner Sullivan (Photo is Commissioner Sullivan with incoming OMS VP Commissioner Carrigan of Illinois)

On Tuesday, October 29, the Commission is holding an informational meeting to learn more about large scale #datacenter development in Minnesota (also called hyperscale). The Commission will focus on topics within its jurisdiction, such as infrastructure planning, tariffed rates, compliance with state #carbonfree, and #renewable requirements. The Commission will hear from several organizations including Meta, Google, labor unions, environmental and energy advocacy groups, the Attorney General’s Office and multiple utilities. Meeting begins at 9 a.m. To learn more about the topics, speakers and how to view the livestream, visit our website. https://lnkd.in/gYbqw_px

Today Commissioner Ham shared his insights and perspectives on the challenges of growing demand at the EnergyTech Connect Forum hosted by the US Energy Association.

This past week, PUC Commissioner Valerie Means and staff analyst, Dr. Tera Dornfeld, shared insights on gas resource planning at a NARUC peer learning event. #gasIRP

Today federal and state energy leaders gathered at the Minnesota Power substation in Hermantown to recognize the modernization and expansion of its HVDC transmission system. Built in 1977, it is one of the few #HVDC #transmission lines in the country. Replacing aging infrastructure with modern technology is critical to the #reliability and #resiliency of the grid. “The Commission is committed to ensuring the reliable and affordable delivery of essential energy to all Minnesotans and modernizing this transmission infrastructure is a critical step. This upgrade not only enhances the strength of the grid in Northern Minnesota, but it also assists in achieving our carbon-free goals by facilitating the delivery of low-cost renewable energy to Minnesota Power's diverse customer base.” - Commission Chair Katie Sieben

We are #hiring an External Affairs Coordinator. This exciting new position will serve as a policy advisor for the Commission and also lead the strategic development and outreach for legislative and intergovernmental priorities. We are looking for someone with understanding of the state utility regulation process, issues, and legal framework, as well as demonstrated success in developing and advocating for legislative outcomes. To learn more and apply visit our website. https://lnkd.in/gZkSfBHU #MNcareers #ExternalAffairs

Public Utilities Commissioners and staff, as well as representatives from Xcel Energy, toured the Minneapolis American Indian Center. MAIC is part of Xcel Energy’s Resilient Minneapolis Project. Approved by the Commission, the pilot project supports enhanced #resilience through #rooftopsolar, battery energy storage, and #microgrid controls.

We are #hiring a program administrator for the statewide Telephone Assistance Program (TAP). This position is for one year and will then be reassessed. In this position you will represent the TAP program, perform financial analysis, program auditing and financial reporting. The position also provides periodic support to the business office. More information on our website. https://lnkd.in/gZkSfBHU #accountingjobs #MNCareers #finanacejobs #opentowork

We are #hiring a data analyst. This person will compile and analyze data to inform Commissioners and the public about key electric and gas regulation such as, utility service quality, affordability, utility performance, distributed energy resources, electric vehicles, resource planning and generation adequacy. To learn more, visit our website. https://lnkd.in/gZkSfBHU #statejobs #NowHiring #mncareers #dataanalyst #utilityregulation