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Matt Christiansen
Former general counsel to multiple chairs of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. He was deeply involved in hundreds of FERC proceedings over the years, including the creation of landmark rules.
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Jun 2, 2025
• 27min
What FERC’s former general counsel thinks about the agency’s future under Trump
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Matt Christiansen, former general counsel at FERC, shares insights from his extensive tenure at the agency. He discusses FERC's significant successes and challenges, particularly regarding LNG regulations and climate considerations. Christiansen emphasizes the importance of FERC’s independence amidst political pressures and staffing shortages. He reflects on innovative policies like Order 1920, which reshape transmission planning. Concluding with a hopeful outlook, he notes recent strides in improving the regulatory process while advocating for the agency's vital role in the energy infrastructure.
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