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The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) has received a $2 million grant from the US Department of Energy for the Pennsylvania Accelerated Transmission and Energy Redevelopment (PATER) Study. In collaboration with Team Pennsylvania and several state agencies, the study aims to explore cost-effective grid enhancements in response to rising electricity demand.

It will assess recently retired power generation sites for potential redevelopment, focusing on those with existing transmission infrastructure. Additionally, the study will evaluate the current high-voltage transmission network to identify areas for investment and modernization, crucial for supporting Pennsylvania's economic competitiveness and job growth.