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North American Electric Reliablity Council (NERC)
2007 Long-Term Reliability Assessment
"Smart growth of the system requires diverse solutions. A reliable and adequate electricity system depends on a combination of adequate generation and transmission, diversified fuel sources, energy efficiency, demand response, and other industry/customer programs," said Rick Sergel, president and CEO of NERC. "This will require a concerted and cooperative effort by industry, government and customers."
To learn more about why changes are needed to improve the electricity supply and transmission reliability in North America, visit NERC's 2007 Long-Term Reliability Assessment.
Department of Energy
National Electric Transmission Congestion Study
The Department of Energy (DOE) issued an order on October 2, 2007, for two National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor (National Corridor) designations, which outline areas where consumers are adversely affected by transmission capacity constraints or congestion. One of the designated corridors includes the Mid-Atlantic Region, encompassing some or all counties in DE, OH, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, WV, and DC.
"These National Corridors serve as an important indication by the federal government that significant transmission constraint or congestion problems exist," Secretary of Energy Samuel W. Bodman said. "The goal is simple — to keep reliable supplies of electric energy flowing to all Americans. By designating these National Corridors, we are encouraging stakeholders in these regions to identify solutions and take prompt action."
For more information on the designations, click here.
PJM Interconnection
Regional Transmission Expansion Plan
PJM Interconnection, the independent organization authorized by the federal government to coordinate the delivery of electricity throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, published the Regional Transmission Expansion Plan which identifies transmission system upgrades and enhancements to preserve the reliability of the electricity grid.