Insights into Complex Transmission Projects

Spurred by regulations such as the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) Order 1000, North America’s transmission industry is confronting a historic opportunity to significantly expand and strengthen the electrical grid. With this opportunity ahead, Mortenson conducted research to take the pulse of the industry.

As the findings in the report show, there are strong differences of opinion about how this future will unfold and how much change will take place over the next 10 years. One thing is certain: The industry must achieve a new level of performance in the design and construction of new transmission lines to successfully capitalize on this inflection point.