Single-source·Jul 27, 2026·2 sources analyzed
DOE is taking comments on national electric-grid transmission needs
The Energy Department released a draft 2026 National Transmission Needs Study and is taking comments through September 7 on congestion, reliability and planning needs tied to data centers, manufacturing and rising electricity demand.
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