PATH Line Information
The PATH 765-kV transmission line is a partnership between American Electric Power and Allegheny Power. The line would start near the Amos coal plant in West Virginia, travel northeast and pass through parts of Maryland and Virginia.
On Feb. 28, 2011, PJM issued a statement announcing a halt to the development of the controversial 765-kV PATH line.
The bumpy road continues for PATH -- on January 10, 2011, the SCC denied PATH's request to delay their regulatory proceeding in Virginia.
On September 20, 2010, PATH Allegheny Virginia Transmission Corporation filed a new application with the Virginia State Corporation Commission.
PATH-Allegheny submitted new testimony in West Virginia in early July, and we expect new applications to be filed in Virginia and Maryland soon. Federal EIS scoping hearings are also coming up. Read PEC's July 14, 2010 email alert to find out more
On January 27, 2010 the Virginia State Corporation Commission granted PATH Allegheny's request to withdraw its application for a line through Virginia. PATH is still pursuing its application through MD and WV, and may reapply in Virginia later this year.
On December 29, 2010 the PATH Allegheny Transmission company filed a motion to withdraw its application to build a 765-kV line through Virginia.
Respondents testifying against the PATH line have filed their initial testimony in the Virginia proceeding. View links to that testimony.
The power companies have filed an application for the PATH line in West Virginia and Maryland, and expect to refile in Virginia soon. Find out how to get involved or follow the cases in each state.
Governors from 10 East Coast states, including Virginia, signed on to a letter of opposition to the various House & Senate transmission bills. The governors call for investment in off-shore wind and local renewable generation.
Learn more about the 765-kV transmission line proposal from AEP and Allegheny Power.
View PEC's map of the PATH transmission line.
Start saving energy and money today with PEC's guide to home energy efficiency. Our interactive website highlights 10 easy, do-it-yourself projects that can save you 20% or more on your energy bills. There are also how-to videos to help get you started.
The Wall Street Journal, PJM Interconnection and even the Department of Energy all show flat-lining electricity demand this year. Next year DOE expects demand to decrease. (posted Dec. 2008)
Visit notopath.org to join with citizens across the region who question the need for PATH and demand alternatives.
Sweeping plans to expand the transmission grid aren't as green as they look. Read more in this article from the Summer 2009 Piedmont View.
Past postings related to transmission lines in general, and TrAIL in particular.
