Bio

Willie Phillips is a utility regulator and attorney with 20 years of experience in the energy industry. Appointed by President Biden and unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate, Willie currently serves as Chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Previously, he was Chairman of the DC Public Service Commission (DCPSC). Willie has an extensive background in the areas of public utility regulation, bulk power system reliability, and corporate governance. He has participated in national and international energy policy discussions at the European Union, U.S. Congress, and U.S. Department of State. He also led efforts to modernize DC's energy grid and implement the District’s clean energy and climate goals while at the DCPSC. Willie also previously served as Assistant General Counsel for the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), in Washington, DC. Before joining NERC, Willie was an attorney in private practice, where he advised clients on regulatory compliance, policy, and litigation matters.