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Power Flows: Understanding the Barriers to Electricity Transmission, with Catherine Hausman

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Dynamics of Electricity Transmission Costs

This chapter explores the complexities of electricity transmission dynamics over a seven-year span, highlighting the financial repercussions of increased transmission congestion. It discusses how rising costs are influenced by external factors like fluctuating natural gas prices and the constraints of the transmission grid, leading to significant losses for certain utilities. The narrative also examines the implications of transmission buildout for stakeholders within the MISO region, emphasizing the need for policy adjustments to better align societal and regulatory interests.

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