Energy Biz - March/April 2008 - (Page 2) March/april 2008 Features 22 It’s the Grid together for the The pieces are coming most massive overhaul of our nation’s power delivery system in a century. 26 A Helping Hand Grid operators are adapting power lines to the growing role of renewable generation. Expansion requires close cooperation with neighboring systems. The challenges of new transmission underscore the importance of long-term planning. 28 SPP’s Vision 30 PJM Builds for the Future 32 here Comes the Sun than We are much closer to a solar economy most realize. Here is how it can come about. 36 The Role of Solar Jeffry Sterba argues that solar has a role to play — but as a component of a balanced energy program. The grid can facilitate shipment of Southwest solar power around the country. 40 It’s Doable 42 2 E n E rgyB i z Allegra Brigham, Ray Beavers, Wade Hensel, Michael Whiteside and Robert Marshall assemble for a rural electric cooperative Leadership Roundtable. PhOTO By scOTT caMPBELL 42 leadership Roundtable about Rural Surge - Cooperatives’ CEOs talk the challenges created by fast-paced growth. March/April 2008
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