Ultra-Compact Electric Highways

Applicants have developed a promising new method for high power electrical transmission consisting of a set of parallel aluminum conductors in a concrete enclosure at the ground level.
These would be cheaper to build than buried lines and have easier permitting than overhead lines.
The impact of the proposed technology is massive because it would enable rapid buildout of efficient long-range electric transmission needed to move renewable energy across the county.

The proposed Ultra-Compact Transmission Line technology presents a groundbreaking approach to revolutionize electricity transmission infrastructure.
This innovative solution addresses critical challenges in the energy sector, including increasing transmission capacity, reducing power loss, enhancing resiliency, and significantly shortening permitting times.

Its resilient design, protected from environmental and human threats, ensures superior reliability while maintaining low operating costs. 

Moreover, the ability to leverage existing rights-of-way, such as highways and rail lines, aligns with the need for accelerated permitting, which is essential to meet the growing electricity demand and address climate change. a clear pathway to scalability and commercialization.

This proposal  …  has the potential to become a cornerstone of the nation’s future energy infrastructure, enabling rapid integration of renewable energy sources and supporting a reliable, efficient, and resilient grid.