Statement from COMPETE on FERC Chairman Kelliher

Today, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Joseph Kelliher announced his intent to step down Jan. 20.  Joel Malina, executive director of the COMPETE Coalition, issued the following statement applauding him for his leadership as Chairman:

“Chairman Kelliher’s focus on strengthening competitive wholesale electricity markets and empowering customers has laid a strong foundation for the development of innovative energy solutions such as demand response and the growth of renewable energy sources. A competitive policy framework that fosters these innovations is critical to successfully address our nation's energy and environmental challenges. We look forward to working with FERC and the agency’s new leadership to maintain and strengthen competitive electricity markets, which have a demonstrated track record of success.”