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MISO
Midcontinent Independent System Operator
Central US • America/Chicago
Live Grid Data
Updated 3m agoCurrent Load93,385 MW
Real-Time LMP—
Renewables25.0%
Fuel Mix
Solar12,232 MW
Wind11,107 MW
Gas31,028 MW
Coal21,252 MW
Nuclear11,528 MW
Latest MISO News
2 articlesElectronX Launches MISO and CAISO Contract Suites for Intraday Power Hedging
PR Newswire2d ago
Peak Energy Signs Agreement to Deploy MISO's First Low-Cost Sodium-Ion Grid Storage Battery
Peak Energy's agreement to deploy sodium-ion grid storage batteries in Wisconsin represents a significant advancement in energy storage technology, addressing rising energy demand and costs.
PR Newswire84d ago
About Grid Data
What is an ISO/RTO?
- An Independent System Operator (ISO) or Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) manages the electric grid and wholesale electricity markets in their region. They ensure reliable power delivery while facilitating competitive energy trading.
What does LMP mean?
- Locational Marginal Price (LMP) is the cost of supplying the next megawatt of electricity at a specific location on the grid. It includes energy cost, transmission congestion, and losses. LMPs are the basis for wholesale electricity pricing.
How often is grid data updated?
- Grid data updates every 5 minutes during operating hours. This includes current load, generation mix, and real-time prices. Some data points may have slight delays depending on the ISO's publication schedule.
What is renewable penetration?
- Renewable penetration shows what percentage of current electricity generation comes from renewable sources like wind and solar. Higher penetration can affect grid stability and electricity prices.