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2024 US power sector outlook

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2024 US power sector outlook | Utility Dive

2024 will be another busy year for the U.S. power sector as companies, policymakers, grid operators and others confront the ongoing challenges of decarbonization, reliability and affordability.

In the stories below, Utility Dive examines nine significant trends expected to drive the electric utility sector in the year ahead and provides more in-depth looks at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, renewable energy and utility business trends.

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