Minnesota secures approval for $1 billion transmission infrastructure project
Once completed, the transmission line will provide reliable electricity across northern and central Minnesota.
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DOE announces notices of funding opportunity to boost grid resilience and security
Upgrading these systems will extend grid component life, enhance electricity transmission and improve failure prediction.
DOE investing $430 million to upgrade hydroelectric infrastructure
Hydropower accounts for 27% of the country's renewable electricity generation, with the bonus that it does not depend on real-time weather conditions to produce electricity like wind and solar.
DOE awarding $142 million to small businesses for clean energy, cybersecurity research
The funding will support over 100 project areas, including clean energy and decarbonization, cybersecurity and grid reliability.
DOE launches resource hub to address growing energy demands
Hub includes tools available to support public and private stakeholders in meeting growing demand
Ten Northeast states sign compact to improve electric transmission
MOU outlines coordinated framework for improving interregional planning and development to enhance grid reliability and accelerate transition to clean energy
DOE grants will support integrating clean energy sources into grid
Program benefits projects that create software tools that simulate the effects of solar energy, wind energy and energy storage systems
Energy company pulls plug on large-scale transmission line project
Anticipated underground line would have delivered Canadian wind and solar power to the Northeast
