Unifying the West's Power Grid
An energy policy specialist noted,
We could be drawing on the solar resources from the Southwest during the day, and then in the evening the wind resources in Montana and Wyoming are a great benefit.
Western leaders have long discussed creating a regional energy market, which would combine solar power from Arizona, wind from Wyoming, hydro power from Washington, and battery storage from California. This shared grid would support 11 states, supplementing local power plants with surplus energy from across the region.
Following the passage of a landmark law in California, this market is becoming a reality. Proponents believe it can lower energy costs, increase grid resilience, and accelerate clean energy deployment. However, experts emphasize that the market's success relies heavily on the participation of states and utilities.
Key benefits of the regional energy market include:
- Lower energy costs
- Increased grid resilience
- Faster clean energy deployment
Author's summary: The West's power grid may soon be unified.
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