PJM approves major electric transmission project for central Ohio

PJM Interconnection, the regional transmission organization that coordinates electricity markets across 13 states and Washington D.C., approved a major electric transmission project for central Ohio on October 15, 2023, to enhance grid reliability and support the region's growing energy demands. The $350 million Central Ohio Enhancement Project will construct approximately 100 miles of new 345-kilovolt transmission lines and upgrade existing infrastructure to strengthen the electric grid in one of the nation's most critical energy corridors. PJM officials stated that the project will address transmission congestion, improve system reliability, and facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources into the regional power grid. The initiative comes as Ohio continues its transition toward cleaner energy while maintaining the capacity needed to power homes, businesses, and increasingly electrified transportation systems across the region.