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Why America's outdated energy grid is a climate problem
‘There is only one way to eat an elephant.’ The rapid abandonment of fossil fuels, an aging system, and goals to reduce CO2 emissions have accelerated the need for a new transmission grid. “A 21st century grid has to accommodate steadily rising electricity demand…” said Princeton professor, Jesse Jenkins. How will regulators, utilities and electricity providers tackle this colossal feat? One bite at a time.
Why America's outdated energy grid is a climate problem
The transmission system in the U.S. is a major problem because it is old and because it is not set up for energy systems of the future.
Source: www.cnbc.com
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