Western Transmission Consortium pitches 8 'Desert Southwest' network projects, seeks New Mexico engagement
Consortium representatives told the committee they have identified eight Desert Southwest transmission projects (many sited in New Mexico) intended to improve interregional trade and reliability; they urged state support, use of NMRETA authorities for siting, and close community outreach to manage permitting and eminent‑domain concerns.
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Lawyers representing the Western Transmission Consortium told the Science, Technology & Telecommunications Committee that the Interior West needs coordinated, interregional transmission and that a curated set of initial projects could accelerate builds that have previously stalled for years.
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