Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
/ˈfɛdərəl ˈɛnərdʒi ˌrɛgjʊˈleɪtəri kəˈmɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An independent U.S. federal agency that regulates the interstate transmission of electricity, natural gas, and oil.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved the new pipeline project to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
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- federal energy regulatory commission
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Commentary
Often abbreviated as FERC, this agency plays a key role in overseeing energy markets and infrastructure, so clarity in references is crucial in legal drafting.
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