"Utilities, system operators and regulators often rely on a 1-in-10 reliability standard that requires planning margins sufficient to ensure load shedding occurs only once in a decade. But power experts say this standard may no longer recognize the reality of today’s constrained electric grids, and requiring greater reliability means higher prices."
The American Innovation and Jobs Act will empower innovators in the United States, allowing America to retain its global leadership in R&D while benefiting our economy, energy sector, and environment.
Right of first refusal laws hinder energy progress and affordability by stifling competition and innovation
"Citing the collapse of the power grid two years ago, Texas lawmakers are considering nine bills that would put Texas firmly in the economic-protection business. If enacted, the legislation would box out any alternatives to incumbent natural gas, coal, and nuclear energy."
"Let us be clear: the goal is not to undermine environmental standards, but to dramatically accelerate the process. That means single agency responsibility, enforceable deadlines for administrative action, and expedited public input and review."
Tate Watkins writes in Reason about the conflict between onerous regulations and clean energy. “One project being stymied by environmental and tribal objections in what is reportedly one of the loneliest places in America should raise questions about where future energy projects might actually be allowed. At the very least, it does not bode well...
Voters Overwhelmingly Prefer the GOP Approach to Creating a Healthier Economy and Planet
Any successful all-of-the-above energy policy that helps Americans' pocketbooks and drives environmental progress requires access to the resources below.
To see true progress in underserved communities, lawmakers should look for ways to reduce permitting delays, unleash domestic energy production, and end wasteful government spending. Repealing the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund is a great place to start.
"'Because those are held out of the market, it’s 10,000 MW that consumers are paying for on their bills that are going to sit on the sidelines until we’re in a crisis,' said Michele Richmond, with Texas Competitive Power Advocates."
