
Macro Grid Initiative
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The Macro Grid Initiative seeks to expand & upgrade the nation’s transmission network to deliver job growth, a cleaner environment & lower costs for consumers.
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https://acore.org/initiatives/macro-grid-initiative/ 20-03-2012 17:04:00
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☀️ Can the U.S. power grid take the heat? ☀️ Join American Council on Renewable Energy May 15 from 2-3 ET for a webinar ft. Karen Onaran, Neil Chatterjee, Stephen Coterillo & Elise Caplan as they explore key takeaways from NERC's Summer Reliability Assessment. Register: acore.swoogo.com/SinkorSwim



☀️ Will the grid sink or swim this summer? ☀️ Join American Council on Renewable Energy TOMORROW at 2pm to find out! We’ll break down the biggest challenges facing grid operators — from extreme weather to rapid load growth — and dive into the solutions. Register here ⤵️ acore.swoogo.com/SinkorSwim


Via Utility Dive A recent American Council on Renewable Energy webinar discussed a new report from The Brattle Group, highlighting how transmission planners can utilize Advanced Transmission Technologies to cost-effectively build a more resilient transmission network. Read more⤵️ utilitydive.com/news/alternati…

"If we want abundant, affordable, and secure energy, we must invest in the transmission, generation, and innovation that get us there," Secretary Chris Wright said during Congressional testimony last week. Listen to his full remarks 👇

After the release of NERC's Summer Reliability Assessment, experts convened on an American Council on Renewable Energy webinar to discuss the report's findings as well as policies and technologies that can help grid operators meet summer demand. From RTO Insider™: rtoinsider.com/105430-acore-c…

Kudos to our regional partner Clean Grid Alliance for their efforts in helping FERC reach a well-reasoned decision ⚡️


During American Council on Renewable Energy's webinar discussing NERC's 2025 Summer Reliability Assessment, Neil Chatterjee advocated for an all-of-the-above approach to energy generation. He also highlighted the need for more transmission capacity. Listen here ⬇️

🚨Exciting news out of Utah: TransWest Express construction is underway! Earlier this month, construction began on the TransWest Express transmission line, a 732-mile interregional project that spans Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming. More at RTO Insider™: rtoinsider.com/105228-constru…


🧑🌾"Transmission is essential infrastructure that, when done right, strengthens rural economies. Energy developers should work with landowners to ensure these projects respect the land and serve the communities they cross." Great op-ed in FrederickNewsPost fredericknewspost.com/opinion/letter…

In a new op-ed, Gretchen Kershaw of Grid Strategies highlighted the important role FERC Order 1920 will play in driving cost-effective transmission expansion needed to ensure reliable, affordable power. From RTO Insider™: rtoinsider.com/106178-stakeho…

On a recent American Council on Renewable Energy webinar, Neil Chatterjee highlighted how an all-of-the-above approach to energy generation and transmission will be key to keeping the lights on in this new era of increasing power demand. From Deseret News (deprecated) : deseret.com/utah/2025/05/1…



ICYMI: Energy and Commerce Committee Committee hearing on grid reliability MISO SVP Jennifer Curran highlighted the urgent need for developing both generation and transmission infrastructure to meet growing energy demand. Check out her remarks ⬇️



Statement from American Council on Renewable Energy President and CEO Ray Long on @FERC's resource adequacy technical conference this week: "We need a grid that’s resilient to the weather. And we need a grid that can enable the U.S. to win the AI race against China." ⤵️ acore.org/news/acore-urg…