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Transforming America's Energy Grid: Insights with Christina Hayes
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In this episode of Know Power, Noha and Mike sit down with Christina Hayes, Executive Director for Americans for a Clean Energy Grid. They unravel the complexities of the energy grid, focusing on the evolution of transmission systems, the implications of recent policy changes, and the urgent need for a robust, high-capacity transmission infrastructure to meet the nation's energy demands. Christina shares her journey from her roots in Oregon to her pivotal role in shaping energy policy and infrastructure on a national scale.
Guest bio: Christina Hayes is the Executive Director of Americans for a Clean Energy Grid. She previously served as Vice President of Federal Regulatory Affairs at Berkshire Hathaway Energy, advising Midwestern and Western utilities in navigating FERC, NERC, and other federal agencies. Prior to joining BHE, Christina spent nearly a decade at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, serving as an attorney and advisor to Chairman Wellinghoff. A native Oregonian, Christina has also served as an administrative law judge at the Public Utility Commission of Oregon.
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[00:01:14] Christina Hayes’ background and career path
[00:02:08] Discussion on energy's universal impact
[00:03:31] Christina’s journey from Oregon to FERC and beyond
[00:04:59] Early career influences and legislative work
[00:06:55] The effect of Order 888 and Order 1000 on transmission development
[00:12:15] The need for adaptation and ongoing adjustments in energy policy
[00:13:57] Emerging needs and the inevitable investment in transmission
[00:20:57] FERC's efforts in improving state-level coordination for transmission projects
[00:26:15] State policies and their impact on energy planning
[00:28:09] Interregional coordination and the concept of "Big Wires"
[00:36:08] The economic impact of transmission systems
[00:42:47] Challenges and solutions in planning, permitting, and paying for transmission
[00:47:58] Tax credits and incentives for transmission development
[00:55:26] Transmission infrastructure and future planning
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