Ty Johnson counsels domestic and international energy clients in energy regulatory matters and energy infrastructure permitting.

In his energy regulatory practice, Ty advises on the regulatory regimes administered by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the US Department of Energy, as well as other federal and state agencies. He represents energy marketers and transmission owners in matters involving compliance with the Federal Power Act, and he represents clients involved in regulatory litigation before FERC and in related appellate litigation. In the Pacific Northwest and the western United States, Ty works with clients on energy regulatory developments, with a focus on transmission and rate matters before the Bonneville Power Administration and in related appellate proceedings.

Ty also routinely advises clients developing energy infrastructure. In particular, Ty has substantial experience with FERC’s process for issuing certificates of public convenience and necessity for interstate natural gas pipelines across the United States. Ty also advises offshore wind developers and investors regarding the Department of Interior’s leasing and permitting processes, the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process and related litigation. His offshore wind experience spans both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of the United States.

As a former US naval officer operating submarine nuclear power plants and conducting ship-board operations, Ty brings uncommon technical experience to energy generation and transmission, and he leverages his naval managerial experience to lead clients through complex regulatory proceedings and litigation.