{"id":6570,"date":"2018-11-02T10:32:26","date_gmt":"2018-11-02T15:32:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nocapx2020.info\/?p=6570"},"modified":"2018-11-02T10:51:50","modified_gmt":"2018-11-02T15:51:50","slug":"6570","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nocapx2020.info\/?p=6570","title":{"rendered":"ITC’s MVP 3 Line is energized"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The MPV3 line they’re referring to below is the red line above. The MVP projects were, at the time, estimated to cost $5.24 BILLION, to be divided between states.\u00c2\u00a0 This MVP project was one where NoCapX was a limited intervenor, and one where the Dept. of Commerce inexplicably did a 180 in its testimony, from saying “no need” to claiming need.\u00c2\u00a0 Yeah, right… And then there’s the matter of testimony under oath — the ALJ refused. WHAT?!?!\u00c2\u00a0 No excuse for that, it’s a part of the ALJ’s job.\u00c2\u00a0 Minn. R. 1400.5500(F)<\/span><\/strong><\/a>.\u00c2\u00a0 Here’s a contemporaneous rehash of that mess:<\/p>\n

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ITC Midwest transmission hearing OVER!!??!!<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/blockquote>\n

And today, an announcement that Line 3 has been energized.\u00c2\u00a0 It’s in the Albert Lea Tribune, note the byline “By Submitted.”\u00c2\u00a0 That means that ITC sent them a press release, right?\u00c2\u00a0 This isn’t news, it’s an unpaid advertisement.<\/p>\n

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ITC Midwest energizes new electric transmission line in southern Minnesota<\/a><\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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By Submitted<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Email the author<\/a><\/p>\n

Published 10:38 pm Thursday, November 1, 2018<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Following years of planning and construction, ITC Midwest has completed and energized a major new, high voltage\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>electric transmission line, according to a press release. As a 103-mile segment of Multi-Value Project 3, the 345,000 volt transmission line connects ITC Midwest\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Lakefield Junction and Huntley substations in southern Minnesota, and the Ledyard switching substation and MidAmerican Energy\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Kossuth County substation, in northern Iowa.<\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n

MVP 3 is one of 17 multi-value projects approved by the Midcontinent Independent System Operator to provide access to low-cost electricity generation, improve reliability and efficiency, and expand access to renewable energy resources throughout the Midwest. Specifically, this transmission line will facilitate the integration of clean, renewable and cost-effective energy, including wind energy, from southern Minnesota and northern Iowa for electric consumers across the region.<\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n

\u00e2\u20ac\u0153Throughout this project, ITC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s ongoing commitment to operational excellence has been evident, as we\u00e2\u20ac\u2122ve worked in close cooperation with landowners, communities, neighboring utility partners, contractors and suppliers,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d said Krista Tanner, president of ITC Midwest. \u00e2\u20ac\u0153The MVP 3 project substantially increases grid capacity and enhances system reliability while providing more efficient transmission of energy. Through the construction of this new transmission line, ITC is pleased to provide greater access to renewable energy and positively contribute to the region\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s economy and overall quality of life.\u00e2\u20ac\u009d<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

In addition, this line benefits communities by relieving stress on lower-voltage lines that deliver power to electric customers.\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>Due to the interconnected nature of the grid, communities throughout the region can benefit from this transmission line, even if they are not located in close proximity to the project.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

During the construction phase of the transmission line, the project had a significant impact to the southern Minnesota and north-central Iowa economy, including employment of local contractors, vendors and suppliers. The regional economy benefited from the demand for supplies and services such as concrete, hardware, fuel, gravel and trucking, as well as food, lodging and other personal needs for construction crews, the release said.<\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n

The transmission infrastructure provided by the project helps to spur economic development and job growth, as well as accommodate the growing needs of electricity users.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

As it has throughout planning and construction, ITC will continue to work closely with landowners, county officials and neighboring utilities, as well as economic development and community leaders.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

\u00e2\u20ac\u0153We are grateful for the tremendous support received throughout all stages of the project from landowners, township and county officials, and other community leaders who have made this transmission line possible,\u00e2\u20ac\u009d said Lori Broghammer, area manager for ITC Midwest.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Although the MVP 3 project is substantially complete, residents in the area will still see crews working to remove construction materials, finish clean-up activities and restore land affected by construction.<\/a> <\/span><\/p>\n

Studies by MISO, the regional authority that oversees electric transmission for a multi-state area that includes Minnesota and Iowa, show that the MVPs are anticipated to produce benefits for customers in the broader region of between 2.2 and 3.4 times project costs.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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