The States

“We would love to see the inter-regional transmission issues resolved between SPP and the other regions, so we could export some of this captive, renewable energy we have.”

“Through our Conservation Division, the Commission regulates the oil and gas industry. Kansas and Oklahoma are the only two states that regulate utilities and the oil and gas industry through the same agency.”

“The more routine business items come before the Commission twice weekly. The dockets include oil and gas production regulation, all facets of utility regulation, and commercial trucking regulation.”

"The Kansas Commission doesn’t use hearing officers or ALJs. We hold our own hearings. By custom, the Chair of the Commission also presides over hearings and at our business meetings."

Conversations with Chair Andrew French, Commissioners Susan Duffy and Dwight Keen, Director of Utilities Jeff McClanahan, Director of Conservation Ryan Hoffman, and Director of Transportation Mike Hoeme.

“Regulators should expect a utility’s portfolio of research projects to have some failures.”

Panelists discussed lessons learned from transmission experiences and necessary considerations for future projects.

Jurisdiction and State Clean Energy Goals: This panel explored jurisdictional issues.

“OPC will advocate for a market structure that promotes innovative decarbonizing technologies and ensures they are provided cost effectively.”

A conversation with Executive Director Steve Kahl, General Counsel John ‘Jack’ Schuh, Consumer Affairs and Public Outreach Specialist Stacy Eberl, and Manager of Business Operations Jill Kringstad.