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Study from National Grid, partners shows value of transmission investment
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Fusion42 · 4 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
A study commissioned by National Grid highlights that strategic interregional transmission investments across the US Eastern Interconnection save up to $15.3 billion by 2050, improve grid reliability, reduce local generation costs, and enhance national security by supporting critical defense infrastructure.
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Strategic grid expansion is now proven to cut costs and boost resilience across key US regions, turning transmission from a compliance cost into a direct economic advantage. If you build or supply components for electric grid projects, this creates a clear pipeline of demand and regulatory support.
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