The Case for Easing Regulations on Electricity Generation

The Case for Easing Regulations on Electricity Generation

Power demand is surging. New data centers, factories and the electrification of the economy propel a thirst for electricity not seen in decades. Markets are responding but state and local governments have largely been caught off guard. The state blueprint for power demand largely boils down to three approaches: reducing permitting and siting barriers, unleashing power competition and embracing regional cooperation. Unfortunately, some states are…