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    Biden's $3.5bn plan to fortify U.S. power grid and boost clean energy

    Biden's $3.5bn plan to fortify U.S. power grid and boost clean energy

    In a significant move to fortify the aging U.S. power grid and promote clean energy sources, the Biden administration has unveiled a $3.5bn investment in grants for a series of projects aimed at safeguarding the grid from extreme weather conditions, fires, and integrating renewable energy resources into the system. This initiative, comprising 58 projects spanning 44 states, represents the most substantial direct investment in the grid to date and is a product of the bipartisan infrastructure law signed by President Joe Biden in 2021.

    Biden's $3.5bn plan to fortify U.S. power grid and boost clean energy
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    Source: Reuters

    The American power grid, which was largely constructed nearly a century ago, has come under increasing strain due to the rising frequency of storms, floods, and heatwaves, all exacerbated by the effects of climate change. Simultaneously, the growing prevalence of electric vehicles and the integration of artificial intelligence into various sectors have escalated the electricity demand, making it imperative for the grid to undergo a comprehensive overhaul.

    Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm emphasized the necessity of modernizing the grid during a press briefing, citing the dire need for it to be more robust, adaptive, and better equipped to manage the heightened demand for power. She stressed the importance of upgrading the grid's infrastructure to ensure reliability and resilience.

    “The grid, as it currently sits, is not equipped to handle all the new demand ... we need it to be bigger, we need it to be stronger, we need it to be smarter, to bring all of these new projects online," Granholm voiced.
    Biden's $3.5bn plan to fortify U.S. power grid and boost clean energy
    Photo: Biden's $3.5bn plan to fortify U.S. power grid and boost clean energy 
    Source: Reuters

    The 2021 power crisis in Texas, which led to over 200 fatalities and left millions of homes without electricity during a severe cold snap, stands as a stark reminder of the grid's vulnerability. Wildfires in other states have also taken a toll on the system, underscoring the urgency of this ambitious investment.

    The 58 projects funded by the $3.5bn initiative will channel over 35 gigawatts of clean electricity into the grid from renewable sources like wind and solar. In addition, approximately 400 microgrids, which function as self-sufficient energy systems, will receive financial support. These microgrids play a pivotal role in enhancing the grid's reliability during critical times. Notably, more than 75% of these projects will collaborate with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers union, aiming to create and maintain union jobs.

    Biden's $3.5bn plan to fortify U.S. power grid and boost clean energy
    Photo: Biden's $3.5bn plan to fortify U.S. power grid and boost clean energy 
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    This landmark investment marks the inaugural round of selections under the broader $10.5bn Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships Program managed by the Department of Energy (DOE).

    From this fund is a sum exceeding $507mn that will go to the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority and other organizations. This money will be used to upgrade smart grids with battery storage, establish local microgrids, and implement new transmission lines. These efforts are aimed at assisting remote and under-invested communities that often bear the brunt of power grid shortcomings.

    In southeastern Pennsylvania, PECO Energy will employ its share of the funding to enhance grid reliability and resilience. This will include measures such as flood mitigation at substations, the replacement of aging infrastructure, and the deployment of battery systems to provide backup power in times of need.

    Furthermore, some of the projects seek to expand transmission capabilities across multiple states. In the western United States, including California, Arizona, and Washington, Holy Cross Energy, in collaboration with a consortium of 39 rural electric cooperatives in high-threat areas, will launch a wildfire mitigation project. This initiative will concentrate on hardening the networks through investments in fire-resistant infrastructure, burying power lines underground, and upgrading overhead lines.

     

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