Set effective and streamlined regulations
To enable the United States to remain a global leader in emissions reduction and clean technologies, the regulatory environment will need to keep pace with global decarbonisation trends.
Last updated Jan 18, 2021
To enable the United States to remain a global leader in emissions reduction and clean technologies, the regulatory environment will need to keep pace with global decarbonisation trends.
Pursue market regulations that leverage geographic diversity of resources, availability of transmission capacity, and flexible resources such as energy storage (including batteries, hydropower, pumped hydro and hydrogen) and demand response.
Evaluate the allocation of decision-making authority for the permitting and siting of natural gas pipeline projects in order to identify possible ways to shorten lead times and reduce uncertainty for investors.
Provide adequate support to international collaboration efforts of US national laboratories and DOE RD&D programmes to maintain global leadership on energy technology innovation.
As threats to energy systems grow, conduct regular and comprehensive assessments of risks and vulnerabilities to foster preparedness, and maintain reliability and resilience in the face of new challenges.
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