{"id":2000799,"date":"2023-08-15T01:29:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-15T05:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/new-climate-regulations-could-destabilize-grid-electricity-operators-tell-epa\/"},"modified":"2023-08-15T01:35:46","modified_gmt":"2023-08-15T05:35:46","slug":"new-climate-regulations-could-destabilize-grid-electricity-operators-tell-epa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/new-climate-regulations-could-destabilize-grid-electricity-operators-tell-epa\/","title":{"rendered":"Electricity operators warn EPA: New climate rules may disrupt grid."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">20<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fnew-climate-regulations-could-destabilize-grid-electricity-operators-tell-epa%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2000799&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Proposed EPA Emissions Rules Could Jeopardize Electric Grid Reliability<\/h2>\n<p>Several independent electricity operators recently testified to the EPA, expressing concerns that the agency&#8217;s proposed new emissions rules\u2062 could have a detrimental impact on the reliability of America&#8217;s electric grid.<\/p>\n<p>In an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pjm.com\/-\/media\/documents\/other-fed-state\/20230808-comments-of-joint-isos-rtos-docket-epa-hq-oar-2023-0072.ashx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Aug. 8 statement<\/a>, a group of Independent Systems Operators \u200cand Regional Transmission Organizations (Joint ISOs\/RTOs) emphasized that the EPA&#8217;s proposed emissions\u200b regulations &#8220;have the potential to\u200d materially and adversely impact electric reliability.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The operators highlighted that\u200b the retirement of gas and coal power plants, due to a combination of\u2063 new CO2 emissions regulations and efforts to reduce fossil fuels, is outpacing the installation of wind \u200dand solar plants. This imbalance raises concerns about potential\u2063 power shortages \u2062in the\u200d future.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<h3>Related Stories<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/article\/two-princeton-mit-scientists-say-epa-climate-regulations-based-on-a-hoax-5460699\">Two Princeton, MIT Scientists Say \u2062EPA Climate\u200b Regulations Based\u2062 on a &#8216;Hoax&#8217;<\/a><br \/>\n      <br \/>\n      <span>8\/12\/2023<\/span>\n    <\/li>\n<li>\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/epa-accused-of-underestimating-impact-of-power-plant-regulations-says-global-energy-institute-5362794\">EPA Underestimated Effects of Power Plant Regulations, Says Global Energy\u200d Institute<\/a><br \/>\n      <br \/>\n      <span>6\/29\/2023<\/span>\n    <\/li>\n<li>\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/california-legislators-call-on-the-epa-to-tighten-pollution-regulations-without-interfering-with-controlled-wildfire-burns-5330614\">California Legislators Call on the EPA to Tighten Pollution Regulations Without Interfering With Controlled \u2062Wildfire \u200dBurns<\/a><br \/>\n      <br \/>\n      <span>6\/14\/2023<\/span>\n    <\/li>\n<li>\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/epochtv\/scotus-limits-epa-reach-to-regulate-emissions-consumer-spending-weakens-ntd-business-4569986\">SCOTUS Limits EPA Reach to Regulate Emissions; Consumer Spending Weakens | NTD\u2063 Business<\/a><br \/>\n      <br \/>\n      <span>6\/30\/2022<\/span>\n    <\/li>\n<li>\n      <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/financial-regulators-too-focused-on-climate-risks-while-ignoring-silicon-valley-bank-lawmakers-say-5158354\">Financial \u2064Regulators\u2063 Too Focused on &#8216;Climate Risks&#8217; While Ignoring Silicon Valley Bank, Lawmakers Say<\/a><br \/>\n      <br \/>\n      <span>3\/30\/2023<\/span>\n    <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Furthermore, the operators expressed concerns about the weather-dependency of wind and \u2063solar energy, which further exacerbates the \u200dloss of reliable backup sources. They warned that this situation\u2063 could lead to power shortages in the future.<\/p>\n<p>According to the U.S. Energy\u2064 Information Administration (EIA), approximately \u200c15.6 gigawatts of electricity\u2062 generation, primarily from\u2064 coal and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/power-shortages-coming-soon-to-america\/\" title=\"Power Shortages Coming Soon to America\">gas-fired plants<\/a>, will be retired in 2023. This retirement trend aligns with \u2063President Joe Biden&#8217;s goal of transitioning from fossil fuels to wind \u200cand solar \u200cenergy across the country.<\/p>\n<p>The operators also highlighted that their planning reserve margins (PRMs), which represent the difference between capacity and peak demand, are steadily\u2062 decreasing. Currently, the PRM stands at 20.1 percent, above the regulatory minimum of \u200c15 percent. However, if the current projections hold true, the PRM could fall below the \u2063requirement by 2027.<\/p>\n<div>\n<figure style=\"width:600px\" class=\"alignnone\"><figcaption>15.6 gigawatts of \u200bgeneration capacity will\u2063 be retired in 2023, of which 98 percent is coal\u200b and natural gas (Source: EIA).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The operators&#8217; \u2062report stated, &#8220;The \u200bcombined impacts of decreasing resource capacity and increasing demand \u2063by current projections would\u2063 lead to\u200b a significant decrease in the PRM over \u2063the next five years. If the \u2062projection were to hold true, it will fall below the requirement in 2027, and\u200b it will\u200d continue to drop \u200dto 9.7 percent by 2028.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The reserve margin is crucial \u2062for ensuring uninterrupted electricity supply, especially during periods of high demand\u2062 or unexpected \u2063events. \u200bElectricity is essential for various critical functions, including healthcare, water and\u2064 sewage systems, transportation, and everyday household needs.<\/p>\n<div>\n<figure style=\"width:600px\" class=\"alignnone\"><figcaption>Planning \u200bReserve Margins, or \u2064capacity over peak demand (Source: Joint ISOs\/RTOs).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>The operators emphasized the importance of maintaining dispatchable generating units, which can be turned on or off\u2064 as needed, to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/newsom-proposes-plan-to-keep-nuclear-plant-open-legislature-has-weeks-to-decide\/\" title=\"Newsom Proposes Plan to Keep Nuclear Plant Open, Legislature Has Weeks To Decide\">ensure grid reliability<\/a>. They expressed concerns that the focus on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/outdated-solar-panels-wind-turbines-electric-car-batteries-will-clog-landfills-with-hazardous-waste-according-to-new-report\/\" title=\"Outdated Solar Panels, Wind Turbines, Electric Car Batteries Will Clog Landfills With Hazardous Waste According To New Report\">renewable energy sources<\/a> could discourage investment \u2063in the\u200d maintenance and upgrades of existing gas and coal plants, potentially leading to breakdowns before their retirement dates.<\/p>\n<p>The operators also criticized the EPA for pushing unproven technologies, such as hydrogen power generation and\u2064 carbon capture,\u2062 to meet \u2064emissions limits. They stressed the\u200b need for reliable and proven solutions, stating, &#8220;Hope is not an acceptable strategy.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>While the concerns raised\u200d by the \u200d<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/new-climate-regulations-could-destabilize-grid-electricity-operators-tell-epa\/\" title=\"Electricity operators warn EPA: New climate rules may disrupt grid.\">operators \u200dprimarily address potential\u2064 supply issues<\/a>, it&#8217;s important to note that\u200d other EPA regulations, such as the push for electric vehicles and the curtailment of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/new-york-to-ban-all-gas-appliances-not-just-stoves\/\" title=\"New York to Ban All Gas Appliances, Not Just Stoves\">gas-powered appliances<\/a>, will significantly\u2063 increase electricity\u200d demand.<\/p>\n<p>Despite these concerns, an EPA spokesperson defended the proposed rule, stating that it provides\u2064 ample lead time and flexibility for power companies and grid operators to make informed \u2064decisions. The EPA believes that the rule supports the continued delivery of reliable and\u200c affordable electricity.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Several electricity operators warned the EPA that its new emissions rules could make America&#8217;s electric grid unreliable. In a joint statement, Independent Systems Operators and Regional Transmission Organizations expressed concern that the proposed regulations could significantly impact the grid&#8217;s stability and functionality.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":887,"featured_media":2000800,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[543],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2000799","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-epoch-times"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2000799","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/887"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2000799"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2000799\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2000800"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2000799"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2000799"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2000799"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}