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EPSA Statement on Designation of Jon Wellinghoff as FERC Chairman and Intention to Nominate Suedeen Kelly as FERC Commissioner

WASHINGTON, D.C. - John E. Shelk, president and CEO of the Electric Power Supply Association (EPSA) issued the following statement today in response to the announcement that Commissioner Jon Wellinghoff has been named Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission effective immediately, and that the President intends to nominate Commissioner Suedeen Kelly for another term on the Commission.

"We look forward to working with Chairman Wellinghoff as he officially steps into his new role at the Commission. Chairman Wellinghoff recognizes the critical role wholesale competition plays in powering economic and environmental benefits. This includes enabling the development of renewable energy and spurring innovation. We commend Chairman Wellinghoff for his commitment to public service. We look forward to his able leadership and that of his FERC colleagues at an important time for energy and environmental issues.

"We commend President Obama for announcing his intention to renominate Suedeen Kelly to a well deserved new term to continue her work helping the Commission to fulfill its mission to ensure adequate and reliable service at just and reasonable rates. Commissioner Kelly's depth of knowledge and balanced approach to matters before FERC are particularly valuable at this important time."

CONTACT: JOHN SHELK
(202) 349-0154or 703-472-8660

EPSA is the national trade association representing competitive power suppliers, including generators and marketers. These suppliers, who account for nearly 40 percent of the installed generating capacity in the United States, provide reliable and competitively priced electricity from environmentally responsible facilities serving global power markets. EPSA seeks to bring the benefits of competition to all power customers.