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Debate Erupts Over PJM's New Capacity Price Caps

3/18/2025

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PJM Interconnection's proposed price cap of $325/MW-day and floor of $175/MW-day for upcoming capacity auctions has sparked a heated debate. Critics warn it threatens market integrity and may inflate consumer costs, while supporters argue it strikes a balance between protecting customers and encouraging generation. The next auction is set for July, raising stakes for all involved.

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PJM Interconnection's proposed price cap of $325/MW-day and floor of $175/MW-day for upcoming capacity auctions has sparked a heated debate. Critics warn it threatens market integrity and may inflate consumer costs, while supporters argue it strikes a balance between protecting customers and encouraging generation. The next auction is set for July, raising stakes for all involved.