Electricity demand in the U.S. is projected to grow 4.7% over the next five years, nearly double previous estimates, due to new manufacturing, data centers, electrification, and extreme weather. A recent report warns the grid isn’t ready for this surge, risking reliability issues and costly infrastructure investments. Developing inter-regional transmission is suggested as a cost-effective solution, but challenges remain.

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