The Department of Energy (DOE) awarded a $31,189,036 Project Grant under the Grid Infrastructure Deployment and Resilience program (CFDA 81.254) to the University of Illinois. The grant aims to increase transmission capacity and smart grid capabilities in rural North Dakota by reconductoring with advanced conductor technology. The project will run from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2029. As a leading research institution, the University of Illinois has a strong track record of supporting DOE and other federal agencies through research, product development, and service delivery on a wide range of energy, defense, and technology initiatives. This grant will leverage the University's technical expertise to modernize and strengthen the rural electric grid in North Dakota, improving reliability, resilience, and the integration of renewable energy resources.
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