POWER Magazine•about 1 month ago
Transmission Lines Will Determine America’s Power Future
Key Takeaway
The rapid increase in electricity demand from new loads like data centers and EVs makes transmission infrastructure development the single most critical factor for future power supply and project viability.
AI Summary
- •U.S. electricity demand is experiencing an unprecedented surge, ending an era of gradual growth.
- •This demand surge is driven by electric vehicles (EVs), data centers, technology advancements, and population shifts.
- •Transmission lines are identified as the critical determinant of America's power future, implying a significant bottleneck for meeting new demand.
Topics
datacenterinterconnectqueuetransmission
Article Content
For decades, U.S. electricity demand was steady, allowing utilities to plan gradual growth and maintain the grid with modest upgrades. That era is over. The convergence of electric vehicles (EVs), data centers, technology advancements, and population growth and shifting is driving an unprecedented surge in electricity demand. According to the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), […] The post Transmission Lines Will Determine America’s Power Future appeared first on POWER Magazine .