Duane Highley

Duane Highley, CEO of Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, discusses the intricate balance of energy needs across diverse states. He delves into the organization's shift towards renewable energy and the retirement of fossil fuels while ensuring reliability. Highley highlights the political complexities in energy strategies and the importance of bipartisan collaboration for infrastructure improvements. He also addresses challenges in integrating new transmission lines and the potential of regional transmission organizations to enhance grid reliability amidst decarbonization efforts.