Oklo Files Complaint After Advanced Nuclear Project Dropped from PJM Interconnection Study
Oklo, an advanced nuclear technology company, has filed a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) after its 750-MW generating project was removed from PJM's interconnection study cycle. The project combines advanced nuclear power, natural gas, and fuel cells to supply energy for Meta data centers in Ohio. Oklo claims that delays caused by PJM will increase development costs significantly. The company argues that PJM’s rules are not suited for multifuel projects like this one, which includes both synchronous units (natural gas and advanced nuclear) and inverter-based units (fuel cells). According to the complaint, PJM failed to respond adequately during the application process. Oklo is seeking FERC intervention to reinstate its project with its original queue position. PJM did not comment on individual applications but noted several issues with Oklo's request through its NextGen platform. The company insists it can address these deficiencies and that there was no valid reason for removal from the study cycle.
Topics: energy regulation Meta partnership nuclear energy PJM Interconnection