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Climate Week NYC special: Can the US electricity system meet the challenges it faces?

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Navigating Electricity Demand and Climate Challenges

This chapter explores the surging electricity demand in the U.S. spurred by factors like data centers and renewable energy manufacturing, predicting a significant increase in load growth by 2035. It emphasizes the challenges posed by climate change, calling attention to California's heat wave as a case study, while discussing the inadequacies of existing infrastructure and the complexities of regulatory reforms. The narrative advocates for collaboration and innovative approaches in clean energy, highlighting models like the clean transition tariff in Nevada that foster utility-community partnerships.

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