eBook

Data Validation for FERC Reports: Ensuring Accuracy and Preventing Penalties

FERC reporting leaves no room for error. With the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) imposing penalties of up to $1 million per day per violation, accuracy in filings isn’t just best practice; it’s a business necessity.

As energy companies transition to XBRL-based (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) submissions for Forms 1, 2, 3-Q, and 6, the margin for manual error narrows even further. FERC’s automated systems now detect data inconsistencies faster than ever, turning small missteps into high-stakes compliance risks.

This eBook explores how automated data validation can transform FERC reporting from a manual, error-prone task into a confident, compliant, and efficient process.

In this guide, you’ll discover how to:

  • Understand FERC’s heightened focus on data accuracy, audits, and penalties.
  • Identify the three pillars of robust data validation: technical, regulatory, and cross-form checks.
  • Compare manual vs. automated validation to uncover time, accuracy, and audit-readiness advantages.
  • See how IRIS CARBON®’s validation engine eliminates data errors before filing and safeguards compliance.
  • Prepare for the future of digital FERC reporting, where accuracy and transparency drive performance.

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