WestTEC expands: 11 Western states join transmission coalition with PACT task force
Key Questions
What is WestTEC and which states are involved?
WestTEC is a coalition of 11 Western states formed to coordinate transmission planning, permitting, and grid expansion. Nevada and Montana are among the participants, with all 11 Western governors signing on.
Why was the WestTEC coalition established?
The coalition addresses a projected 20% increase in electricity demand through regional coordination on transmission and grid resilience. It aligns with the PACT permitting task force and the Western Governors' Association 'Energy Superabundance' report.
What are the next steps for the WestTEC coalition?
A study plan is underway to guide transmission planning and grid expansion efforts. This multi-state collaboration aims to modernize the aging Western transmission network.
How does WestTEC relate to other regional initiatives?
WestTEC aligns with the PACT permitting task force and supports broader goals outlined in the Western Governors' Association report. It represents growing regional coordination for grid resilience across the West.
Which governor recently joined the WestTEC agreement?
Governor Joe Lombardo of Nevada signed the bipartisan agreement with 10 other Western governors. This expands the coalition to 11 states focused on electric grid modernization.
WestTEC is now official with 11 Western governors signing on, including Nevada and Montana. The coalition has launched a Permitting Alignment and Coordination Task Force (PACT) to coordinate transmission planning, permitting, and grid expansion to meet a projected 20% demand increase. A study plan is underway, and the effort aligns with the Western Governors' Association 'Energy Superabundance' report. This multi-state collaboration signals growing regional coordination for grid resilience.