The U.S. Department of Energy extended an emergency order to mitigate blackouts in New England ahead of more winter weather, with below freezing temperatures projected into early this week.
Pursuant to Section 202(c) of the Federal Power Act, the extension authorizes ISO New England Inc. (ISO-NE) to run specified resources located within the ISO-NE region, regardless of limits established by environmental permits or state law.
ISO-NE requested the extension because the emergency conditions will persist beyond the term of the original order. The original order was issued on January 25, 2026.
This order is now valid through 11:59 PM ET on February 14, 2026.
