Where we’re at: Compared with the rest of the world, our transmission expansion is moving at a snail’s pace. Over the past 15 years, China built 6-7X more high-capacity transmission than the US (and Europe constructed 7-8X more), according to a new Grid Strategies report.
Where we’re headed: Across the US, over 10K miles of 500 kV+ lines are scheduled to come online by 2034. That includes massive regional efforts from MISO, ERCOT, CAISO, and SPP.
Yes, but: The US still needs “a comprehensive and coordinated federal transmission strategy” to improve planning, cost allocation, and permitting. (That’s where BAAJA could come in.)
Tue, Nov 10
Molly Glick
Energy Central Team
NEWS: The US transmission buildout is moving at a trickle. But it could soon speed up.
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