Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) is a non-profit Independent System Operator (ISO) and Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) managing high-voltage electricity transmission across 15 U.S. states and Manitoba, Canada. MISO provides open-access transmission services, operates real-time energy markets, and ensures grid reliability. Their services include day-ahead and real-time markets, ancillary services, and infrastructure planning. The target audience includes utilities, generators, and marketers. MISO's unique selling proposition is its ability to manage the grid efficiently, ensuring reliable and cost-effective electricity transmission while maintaining independence from transmission owners and users.