Bipartisan Senate deal reached to speed up energy permitting

· Energy · United States

Senators from both parties reached a deal on legislation to expedite permitting for energy projects. Lawmakers are aiming for a vote after the midterms.

Why it matters：Permitting timelines are a central bottleneck for new generation, transmission and storage projects in the US, so any acceleration reshapes project economics.

Key points

  • The bill is bipartisan.
  • It aims to expedite permitting for energy projects.
  • A vote is targeted for after the midterms.

Sources (original reporting)

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