
Tom Kleckner
Correspondent at RTO Insider covering regional transmission organizations and wholesale electricity markets, with deep expertise in ERCOT policy, interconnection and reliability issues.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 34min
The Blockspace Pod: Understanding ERCOT’s Massive Overhaul w/ Tom Kleckner
Tom Kleckner, RTO Insider correspondent specializing in ERCOT and wholesale electricity markets. He explains the 233GW interconnection surge, SB6’s shift of transmission costs to big loads, the proposed batch process for large connections, and new reliability tools like DRRS and battery roles. The conversation also touches on timelines, voltage rules, and who will pay for vast transmission upgrades.


