Reliable, Trustworthy Reporting, Capturing The Heartbeat Of Our Community
Reliable, Trustworthy Reporting, Capturing The Heartbeat Of Our Community
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In recent years, the U.S. has shifted to using a wider mix of energy sources located across the country. These resources help make our electric grid stronger, keep power flowing during disruptions, and create new jobs and business opportunities. However, a sharp increase in energy demand is on the horizon. According to the Brattle Group, it is estimated that by 2035, the amount of electricity Americans use each year will increase by about 53% compared to 2024, while the highest levels of...
As electricity demand in the U.S. continues to grow, modernizing the transmission system is critical to ensure long-term grid reliability while expanding access to low-cost energy resources like wind, solar, and storage. In December 2024, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator, a regional electric grid manager, approved Tranche 2.1-a $21.8 billion investment in 24 new transmission projects across the upper Midwest. The projects are part of a plan MISO develops annually to identify...
