The Transmission Access Policy Study Group (TAPS) has a long history of strong advocacy for a robust transmission grid and competitive wholesale electric markets that will bring real benefits to consumers. A stronger grid is needed for electric reliability and to enable utilities to meet their obligations to serve customers over the long term at reasonable costs. Many parties now recognize that a more robust grid is also essential to develop the nation’s renewable energy resources. The U.S. grid makes our electric system work. It must be planned and constructed to meet multiple needs.


TAPS Position for Federal Transmission Legislation for 2009

 

 

In 2004, TAPS produced a White Paper, “Effective Solutions for Getting Needed Transmission Built at Reasonable Cost,” which takes an in-depth look at the reasons that transmission investment has been lagging in recent years, ways to increase transmission investment, and ways to pay for it.  It focuses on structural solutions (inclusive stand alone transmission companies and shared transmission systems) as well as regulatory tools.

White Paper: Effective Solutions for Getting Needed Transmission Built at Reasonable Cost





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