In June of 2022, President Biden issued determinations authorizing the use of the Defense Production Act Title III to accelerate the domestic production of electric grid transformers and grid components. DOE conducted extensive outreach and...
December 12, 2022
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In June of 2022, President Biden issued determinations authorizing the use of the Defense Production Act Title III to accelerate the domestic production of electric grid transformers and grid components. DOE conducted extensive outreach and gathered industry feedback that shows there is a supply and demand mismatch in the electric grid component market, resulting in an ongoing shortage of transformers and other grid components. Action is needed to ensure that the Nation’s electric grid can continue to drive our economy and national security, and that utilities in rural, urban, and suburban areas can provide reliable electricity to homes and businesses.