Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) Email Format
UtilitiesIndiana, United States1001-5000 Employees
MISO serves as the electric grid operator for the central United States, working to ensure power flows reliably and affordably to more than 45 million people across 15 states and Manitoba. It also facilitates the wholesale buying and selling of electricity in its region and supports planning for the grid's future needs. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, the organization operates in the utilities sector and employs thousands of people. In 2026 it announced the selection of a consortium to advance major grid-expansion projects in Illinois, including the construction of two new 765-kilovolt transmission lines. Through these activities, MISO collaborates with utilities and other market participants to maintain reliability and expand regional capacity.