Saturday, 1 October 2011

Fed Plan to Consolidate Power Over Nation's Power Highway Has States Nervous

The Obama administration is looking to consolidate control over the nation's power highway, pushing a proposal that would put one federal agency in the driver's seat when it comes to reviewing and approving power-line projects across the country. 

The proposal has triggered a rush of complaints, pitting power companies and the federal government against concerned citizens and local lawmakers. 

As the Energy Department reviews the immense feedback in the weeks ahead, the ordeal could help determine how and where the nation's power supply is routed.   Read More

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