Building a Better Grid

As the White House begins to implement its clean energy and climate agenda, including implementation of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJAA), the Department of Energy (DOE) announced an initiative entitled “Building a Better Grid.” The DOE states that the initiative is intended to “catalyze nationwide development of new and upgraded high-capacity transmission lines” for purposes of enhancing resilience, providing access to clean energy, and reaching climate goals. The initiative includes various new programs included in the IIJA focused on transmission development, planning, funding and siting. The ITC team is evaluating the initiative for opportunities to support the greater grid.

New Federal Program Supports EV Charging in ITC footprints

As part of the recently passed Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), new federal funding will now be available to expand charging options for electric vehicles. The Departments of Energy and Transportation recently announced guidance for states to apply for $7.5 billion to support the development of a national EV charging network. Importantly, the guidance requires states to work with electric utilities and transmission owners to streamline approvals for grid interconnections. In providing significant funding for EV infrastructure development, this federal grant program will be generally supportive for EV adoption and load growth in ITC footprints. In addition, the ITC team is evaluating opportunities for this funding to support ITC’s ongoing efforts to facilitate DCFC charging infrastructure in Michigan.

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