NCEP Transmission Resource Library

Highlights bipartisan governor priorities to streamline federal energy permitting, reduce project delays, and improve regulatory certainty. Particularly relevant for understanding barriers to transmission siting and opportunities to accelerate infrastructure deployment.

This toolkit provides a curated set of resources to help policymakers understand the electric transmission landscape, including planning, permitting, and financing processes. Useful as a foundational guide for navigating the full transmission development lifecycle and identifying relevant tools and materials.

Report examines current barriers to interregional transmission and proposes reforms and collaborative solutions to address them. It highlights actions by states, the federal government, and system operators to accelerate high-value interregional projects while allowing flexibility for regional differences.

This primer provides an overview of transmission planning, including key processes, stakeholders, and decision-making across local, state, regional, and federal levels.  Useful for understanding how transmission needs are identified and advanced within a complex, multi-jurisdictional system.

Explores how states are aligning economic development with energy planning, including infrastructure and load growth considerations. Provides useful context for understanding the drivers behind increased transmission needs and system expansion.

Discusses how governors are working across regions to maintain energy affordability amid rising electricity demand, particularly from large loads like data centers. Highlights the need for expanded generation and transmission infrastructure, along with challenges related to cost allocation and interconnection backlogs.

Provides an overview of state green banks as financing tools that use public funds to attract private investment in energy and infrastructure projects. Useful for understanding how innovative financing mechanisms can reduce costs, close funding gaps, and accelerate deployment of projects, including transmission-supporting infrastructure.

This reports provides Provides guidance for implementing grid resilience projects through the DOE’s GRIP program, including project management strategies and lessons learned. Useful for understanding how transmission and grid investments move from planning to deployment.

This report provides an overview of the U.S. electric transmission system, including its role in reliability, supply-demand balance, and electricity markets. Examines planning processes, regulatory frameworks, and the need for expanded transmission investment, along with key challenges such as siting delays and multi-jurisdictional coordination.

This reports explores the use of existing highway rights-of-way as a strategy to site new transmission infrastructure, reducing land-use conflicts and permitting challenges. Highlights benefits such as faster project timelines, lower environmental impacts, and improved public acceptance. 

Examines how states use funding and financing strategies such as grants, bonds, and public-private partnerships to advance energy infrastructure projects. Highlights how multiple funding sources can be combined to support large-scale investments and accelerate project deployment.

Examines strategies to address engineering workforce shortages amid increased infrastructure investment, including recruitment, retention, and workforce pipeline development. Useful for understanding how workforce constraints can impact transmission planning, project timelines, and infrastructure delivery.

This reports provides Provides guidance for implementing grid resilience projects through the DOE’s GRIP program, including project management strategies and lessons learned. Useful for understanding how transmission and grid investments move from planning to deployment.

This report provides an overview of FERC Order 1920, which reforms long-term regional transmission planning and cost allocation. Useful for understanding how transmission projects are planned and paid for under current federal policy.

Explores the key challenges associated with transmission siting and permitting, including fragmented governance, multi-jurisdictional coordination, and community impacts. Highlights state-level strategies and best practices such as regional collaboration, stakeholder engagement, and centralized siting processes to help advance transmission projects and reduce delays.

As policy and regulatory efforts to expand interregional transmission continue to evolve, this webinar examines near-term opportunities to increase capacity using existing infrastructure. Panelists discuss commercially available grid-enhancing technologies that can improve transmission throughput, resilience, and efficiency while complementing longer-term planning for new transmission.

Presentation on challenges associated with forecasting large and uncertain load growth, particularly from data centers and other large industrial customers, and the implications for transmission and resource planning. It highlights the importance of transparent forecasting assumptions, stakeholder engagement, and the use of multiple scenarios or sensitivities to manage uncertainty in long-term planning. These approaches help regulators evaluate potential risks such as over- or under-building infrastructure as demand projections evolve.

This resource examines barriers to advancing interregional transmission and identifies collaborative solutions across planning, permitting, and operational coordination. It highlights opportunities for states, federal agencies, and system operators to improve planning alignment, streamline permitting processes, and optimize the use of existing transmission capacity. The discussion also outlines potential policy and process reforms that could accelerate the development of high-value interregional transmission projects.

Slides to complement the webinar that provided an overview of electricity market structures and functions, including key terminology and roles. Useful for understanding how market dynamics influence transmission planning and policy decisions.

Slide deck to complement the training that included speakers from State Energy Offices in Maine, Massachusetts, and Virginia share best practices and lessons learned for engaging in transmission planning. Highlights practical strategies for coordination and participation in regional processes.

Presentation on the key elements of the State Agreement Process under FERC Order No. 1920.

This resource explores strategies for improving the use of existing transmission capacity and strengthening coordination across regions to address grid reliability and efficiency challenges. It examines operational and market barriers that can limit interregional electricity transfers and highlights potential policy and coordination solutions to better utilize available transmission infrastructure. The discussion emphasizes opportunities for regulators and system operators to enhance regional collaboration and optimize transmission system performance

Presentation on the challenges of incorporating rapidly growing and highly uncertain data center energy demand into long-term transmission planning. It highlighted the importance of scenario-based planning and sensitivity analysis to manage forecasting risks associated with large, discrete loads such as data centers and industrial electrification. The discussion also emphasized the need for transparency in forecasting assumptions and the use of multiple planning scenarios to address uncertainty.

Presentation on the role of state public utility commissions in the implementation of FERC Order 1920, highlighting key decision points where state engagement is critical. It discusses scenario development for long-term transmission planning, policy considerations that influence planning assumptions, and the required state engagement period for regional cost allocation discussions. The resource also provides an overview of how different regions are approaching Order 1920 compliance and planning processes.

This presentation examines the role of state regulators in transmission cost allocation under FERC Order 1920, highlighting opportunities for state engagement in regional transmission planning processes. The presentation explores how states can coordinate to evaluate project benefits, shape cost allocation approaches, and ensure regional transmission investments align with policy priorities and reliability needs

This training provided speakers from North Dakota, New Mexico, and Colorado share how and why their states have established transmission authorities, including their structure, goals, and early outcomes. Highlights lessons learned and practical insights from implementation.

Slide deck to complement the training that included speakers from North Dakota, New Mexico, and Colorado share how and why their states have established transmission authorities, including their structure, goals, and early outcomes. Highlights lessons learned and practical insights from implementation.

Presentations from an interactive workshop featuring in-depth training on transmission cost allocation methods, facility evaluation and selection processes, and scenario development. 

Storage as a Transmission Asset (SATA) uses energy storage to inject or absorb power to improve transmission flows, reliability, and system efficiency, potentially serving as an alternative to new transmission projects and reducing costs for customers. This presentation explores the potential of SATA and dual-use applications, along with the planning and market barriers that limit deployment and possible solutions to overcome them.

This session examines regulatory gaps and challenges in the oversight of electric transmission development. Speakers discuss how existing regulatory frameworks address transmission planning, project approval, and coordination across jurisdictions, and where gaps may exist. The discussion explores opportunities for improving oversight and strengthening coordination to support timely transmission development.

This webinar explores advanced grid solutions designed to enhance the capacity and performance of the existing transmission system. Useful for understanding how innovative approaches can be incorporated into transmission planning and investment decisions.

As policy and regulatory efforts to expand interregional transmission continue to evolve, this webinar examines near-term opportunities to increase capacity using existing infrastructure. Panelists discuss commercially available grid-enhancing technologies that can improve transmission throughput, resilience, and efficiency while complementing longer-term planning for new transmission.

Recording of a presentation on challenges associated with forecasting large and uncertain load growth, particularly from data centers and other large industrial customers, and the implications for transmission and resource planning. It highlights the importance of transparent forecasting assumptions, stakeholder engagement, and the use of multiple scenarios or sensitivities to manage uncertainty in long-term planning. These approaches help regulators evaluate potential risks such as over- or under-building infrastructure as demand projections evolve.

Webinar explaining report that examines barriers to interregional transmission and proposes reforms and collaborative solutions to address them. It highlights actions by states, the federal government, and system operators to accelerate high-value interregional projects while allowing flexibility for regional differences.

A multi-part webinar series covering the fundamentals of comprehensive energy planning, including data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and implementation. Provides a structured overview of how states develop long-term energy strategies that guide infrastructure investments, including transmission.

This webinar explores advanced transmission technologies, including high-capacity conductors and infrastructure solutions aimed at increasing grid capacity and efficiency.  Useful for understanding alternatives to traditional transmission expansion and strategies to optimize existing systems.

The webinar explores growing electricity demand and its implications for state-level energy planning, particularly as new large loads place increasing pressure on the grid. Useful for understanding how load growth is driving transmission expansion and system upgrades.

This webinar explores recent developments in electricity markets, including the impacts of FERC decisions on state energy priorities and evolving market trends. Highlights how regulatory changes influence transmission planning, market operations, and system investment. Provides useful context for understanding how current events are shaping transmission needs and grid expansion.

This webinar provides an overview of electricity market structures and functions, including key terminology and roles. Useful for understanding how market dynamics influence transmission planning and policy decisions.

This webinar provides an introduction to U.S. wholesale electricity markets, including different market structures and key functions. Useful for understanding how market dynamics influence transmission planning, operations, and investment decisions.

This webinar provides an overview of electricity market regulation, including FERC authority, state PUC oversight, and key governing orders. Highlights how these frameworks shape transmission planning, cost allocation, and system operations. Useful for understanding how regulatory decisions influence transmission development

This training includes speakers from State Energy Offices in Maine, Massachusetts, and Virginia share best practices and lessons learned for engaging in transmission planning. Highlights practical strategies for coordination and participation in regional processes.

The webinar explores transmission needs for offshore wind development, including planning and coordination challenges. It supports understanding of how renewable deployment drives transmission expansion.

Recording of presentation on the key elements of the State Agreement Process under FERC Order No. 1920.

A webinar for state energy offices and public utility commissions to learn more about how and when states can engage in transmission planning and cost allocation required by FERC Order 1920 and FERC Order 1920-A.

This session examines the generator interconnection process and the challenges associated with connecting new energy resources to the transmission system. Speakers discuss interconnection queue backlogs, study processes, and coordination among utilities, regional transmission organizations, and regulators. The discussion provides insight into how regulatory frameworks and planning practices affect the pace of bringing new generation online.

This continuation of the session further explores generator interconnection challenges and potential improvements to current processes. Speakers discuss proposed reforms, coordination among grid operators and utilities, and approaches to managing growing interconnection queues. The discussion highlights considerations for regulators as interconnection activity increases with the addition of new energy resources.

This session explores the role of grid-enhancing technologies (GETs) in improving the efficiency and capacity of existing electric transmission infrastructure. Speakers discuss how technologies such as dynamic line ratings, advanced power flow controls, and system optimization tools can help reduce congestion and improve grid reliability. The discussion also examines regulatory considerations and the role of federal and state regulators in encouraging the evaluation and adoption of these technologies.

This webinar explores grid-enhancing technologies (GETs) as a strategy to increase transmission capacity and efficiency without constructing new lines. Useful for understanding how innovative solutions can accelerate transmission capacity expansion and reduce the need for new infrastructure.

Recording of presentation on cost allocation methodologies for regional transmission projects under FERC Order 1920, including considerations for aligning state priorities when selecting an allocation approach. It compares the Granular Method and the Usage Rate Method across factors such as administrative ease, cost responsibility, projected savings, and how allocations may change over the life of an asset. The discussion also included an update on the development of a State Agreement Process template intended to support commissions in regional transmission planning compliance.

This session focuses on planning and paying for electric transmission infrastructure across regions and jurisdictions. Speakers discuss transmission planning processes, cost allocation considerations, and the challenges of coordinating projects that provide benefits across multiple states and grid regions. The discussion highlights regulatory considerations and the role of coordination in supporting long-term transmission development.

Recording of presentation on the challenges of incorporating rapidly growing and highly uncertain data center energy demand into long-term transmission planning. It highlighted the importance of scenario-based planning and sensitivity analysis to manage forecasting risks associated with large, discrete loads such as data centers and industrial electrification. The discussion also emphasized the need for transparency in forecasting assumptions and the use of multiple planning scenarios to address uncertainty.

This training provides speakers from the State Energy Offices of Wyoming and New Mexico, alongside representatives from regional transmission planning entities such as the Committee on Regional Electric Power Cooperation and the Southeastern Regional Transmission Planning initiative, share insights on regional coordination, planning processes, and collaboration.

This session examines physical security risks to the electric transmission system and the evolving threat landscape facing grid infrastructure. Speakers discuss recent incidents involving attacks on substations, vulnerabilities within the bulk power system, and the role of federal agencies, reliability organizations, and utilities in addressing these risks. The discussion also highlights how regulators can better understand security threats and strengthen protections for critical transmission assets.

Recording of a governor-led discussion on energy policy priorities, including rising electricity demand, infrastructure needs, and regional coordination. Provides insight into how state leadership is thinking about planning challenges, including the need for expanded transmission and grid investment.

This session examines regional transmission planning processes used to identify future transmission needs and evaluate potential infrastructure projects. Speakers discuss how planning entities, utilities, and regulators assess reliability, economic, and policy drivers when developing transmission plans. The discussion provides insight into how regional planning efforts inform long-term transmission development and investment decisions.

This discussion examines the role of state regulators in transmission cost allocation under FERC Order 1920, highlighting opportunities for state engagement in regional transmission planning processes. The discussion explores how states can coordinate to evaluate project benefits, shape cost allocation approaches, and ensure regional transmission investments align with policy priorities and reliability needs

Storage as a Transmission Asset (SATA) uses energy storage to inject or absorb power to improve transmission flows, reliability, and system efficiency, potentially serving as an alternative to new transmission projects and reducing costs for customers. This webinar explores the potential of SATA and dual-use applications, along with the planning and market barriers that limit deployment and possible solutions to overcome them.

This session examines transmission benefits and cost allocation principles associated with developing new electric transmission infrastructure. Speakers discuss how transmission projects create economic, reliability, and policy benefits, and how those benefits are evaluated when determining who pays for new infrastructure. The discussion highlights considerations for allocating costs across regions, utilities, and customers when projects provide widespread system benefits.

This training provides an overview of transmission planning fundamentals, including stakeholder roles, market structure differences, and cost allocation approaches. Highlights current requirements shaping how transmission projects are planned and financed.

This recording explores the challenges of siting and permitting electric transmission infrastructure. Speakers discuss regulatory considerations, jurisdictional coordination, and factors that influence project development timelines. The conversation provides context on the complexities of transmission planning and deployment.

This webinar explores the use of grid monitoring and sensor technologies to improve transmission system visibility and performance.  Useful for understanding how operational tools can enhance transmission efficiency and responsiveness to system conditions.

Explores how advanced grid technologies such as grid-enhancing technologies and advanced conductorsc can be integrated into planning processes to increase transmission capacity and improve system performance. Useful for evaluating alternatives to traditional transmission expansion in regulatory proceedings.

Explores the role of states in transmission development, including their involvement in planning, permitting, and financing processes. Useful for understanding how state-level decisions shape transmission expansion and coordination across jurisdictions.

Provides an overview of how U.S. electricity markets are structured, including the roles of vertically integrated utilities, regional transmission organizations (RTOs), and independent system operators (ISOs). Explains how wholesale markets function (e.g., day-ahead, real-time, and capacity markets) and how these structures influence transmission planning, operations, and investment decisions.

Provides an overview of how U.S. electricity markets are structured, including the roles of vertically integrated utilities, regional transmission organizations (RTOs), and independent system operators (ISOs). Explains how wholesale markets function (e.g., day-ahead, real-time, and capacity markets) and how these structures influence transmission planning, operations, and investment decisions.

Provides an overview of transmission planning, including key processes, stakeholders, and decision-making across local, state, regional, and federal levels. Useful for understanding how transmission needs are identified and advanced within a complex, multi-jurisdictional system.

Explores how using existing rights-of-way (such as highways and rail corridors) can streamline transmission development by reducing environmental impacts and accelerating permitting timelines.