Southwest Power Pool

Southwest Power Pool (SPP) is a nonprofit regional transmission organization (RTO) dedicated to ensuring reliable and economical electricity delivery across a multi-state region. Founded under the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's mandate, SPP collaborates closely with its members and stakeholders, offering essential services for power reliability, competitive pricing, and adequate transmission infrastructure. In 2023, SPP generated significant value for its members, achieving $3.62 billion in savings, demonstrating a remarkable benefit-to-cost ratio of 20-to-1.

SPP's services encompass a wide range of activities, including economic planning, generator interconnection, and advanced studies on transmission. The organization plays a pivotal role in managing markets and optimizing transmission operations, having invested $3.4 billion in new transmission projects from 2015 to 2019 alone. This investment aims to enhance regional reliability and extend substantial long-term benefits. Committed to fostering relationships and innovation, SPP continues to be a leader in advancing technology and improving grid conditions for millions of consumers.