Attention Consumers: Power Grid Congestion Costs Skyrocket

Gridlock on the Electrical Highway

In a shocking revelation that threatens to impact every American household and business, congestion on the United States power grid has more than doubled in recent years, costing consumers an astounding $133 billion in 2021 alone. This staggering figure represents a significant increase from 2020, when congestion costs stood at a relatively modest $60 billion.

Rising Costs, Strained Infrastructure

The report, released by Grid Strategies LLC, a leading consulting firm in the energy sector, paints a grim picture of the current state of the power grid. As the demand for electricity grows with the proliferation of electric vehicles and other energy-intensive technologies, the existing infrastructure is struggling to keep up. This congestion leads to bottlenecks and inefficiencies, resulting in higher costs for consumers and businesses.