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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(a)Definition of advanced transmission technology
In this section, the term “advanced transmission technology” means a technology that increases the capacity, efficiency, or reliability of an existing or new transmission facility, including--
(1) high-temperature lines (including superconducting cables);
(2) underground cables;
(3) advanced conductor technology (including advanced composite conductors, high-temperature low-sag conductors, and fiber optic temperature sensing conductors);
(4) high-capacity ceramic electric wire, connectors, and insulators;
(5) optimized transmission line configurations (including multiple phased transmission lines);
(6) modular equipment;
(7) wireless power transmission;
(8) ultra-high voltage lines;
(9) high-voltage DC technology;
(10) flexible AC transmission systems;
(11) energy storage devices (including pumped hydro, compressed air, superconducting magnetic energy storage, flywheels, and batteries);
(12) controllable load;
(13) distributed generation (including PV, fuel cells, and microturbines);
(14) enhanced power device monitoring;
(15) direct system state sensors;
(16) fiber optic technologies;
(17) power electronics and related software (including real time monitoring and analytical software);
(18) mobile transformers and mobile substations; and
(19) any other technologies the Commission considers appropriate.
(b)Authority
In carrying out the Federal Power Act (16 U.S.C. 791a et seq.) and the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 (16 U.S.C. 2601 et seq.), the Commission shall encourage, as appropriate, the deployment of advanced transmission technologies.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 42 U.S.C. § 16422 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 42. The Public Health and Welfare § 16422. Advanced transmission technologies - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-42-the-public-health-and-welfare/42-usc-sect-16422/
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