Following is a statement from Tracy Warren, Director of the Macro Grid Initiative, on a new study released on December 11 from MIT researchers Patrick Brown and Audun Botterud that identifies long-distance transmission as an important enabler of a low-cost, zero-carbon power system for the United States:

"This analysis adds to a growing body of research pointing to interregional and interstate transmission as a key strategy for adding large amounts of wind, solar and storage to the nation's power mix at a more rapid pace and lower cost. It's high time for our political leaders to embrace the role of a Macro Grid, which will deliver the affordable, pollution-free electricity consumers and businesses want and deserve."

Source: American Council on Renewable Energy