PJM Interconnection
Mentioned in 7 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows
A major U.S. grid operator and regional transmission system serving 13 states across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond, managing one of the nation's largest wholesale power markets. PJM has become a focal point in energy policy discussions due to capacity challenges, significant interconnection queue backlogs, and the operational complexities of integrating growing AI data center demand while maintaining grid reliability. The organization faces competing pressures including DOE emergency orders, capacity shortages, and forecasting uncertainties in an evolving energy landscape.
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Episode Mentions
Catalyst with Shayle Kann · Feb 12, 2026
PJM and ERCOT navigate a capacity rollercoaster
“Mid-Atlantic wholesale power market operator experiencing capacity shortage and subject to DOE emergency order”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Feb 10, 2026
Big Tech Wanted ‘Clean Energy.’ Ohio Gave Natural Gas | Rep. Troy Balderon
“Regional transmission operator serving 13 states; managing 97-98% full interconnection queue with 6-8 year project approval delays”
Energy Policy Now · Feb 3, 2026
How PJM Is Grappling With Data Center Power Demand
“Nation's largest grid operator proposing comprehensive plan to integrate AI data center demand while maintaining reliability and affordability”
Energy Policy Now · Jan 27, 2026
Planning the Grid in an Age of Uncertain Demand Growth
“Largest U.S. grid operator that lowered demand forecasts in January despite record capacity auction prices”
The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis · Jan 24, 2026
Who Will Adapt Best to AI Disruption?
The Journal. · Jan 21, 2026
The Power Grid's AI Problem
“Grid operator overseeing 13 states and 67 million people; facing strain from AI data center demand and potential blackout risks”
The Virginia Press Room · Jan 19, 2026
Data Center Bills, Executive Orders, and Virginia's New Governor
“Regional transmission operator managing electric grid supply-demand dynamics affected by data center load growth”