Tom Hassenboehler writes in RealClearEnergy that growing grid demand is good for America.
- The rise in grid demand serves as a powerful indicator of economic growth and prosperity.
- If left unaddressed, America’s power demands could outpace supply in the future which would drive up costs and reduce reliability.
- Policymakers should look to address grid demand by modernizing permitting to make it easier to build transmission infrastructure and baseload power generation.
“There is a need to close regulatory gaps for local transmission planning. Customers are eager to collaborate with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, states, and regional partners to enhance transparency and review the prudency of local transmission projects.”
Read the full article here.
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