Burns & McDonnell and Korea Electric Power Corporation (KEPCO) have formed a strategic alliance to support the development of 765-kV transmission line and substation projects in the U.S. This partnership aims to strengthen the nation's electric grid as demand for electricity surges, driven by an increase in renewable energy generation and overall load growth.

The 765-kV transmission class is known for its efficiency in delivering large amounts of reliable electricity across long distances. This alliance comes at a time when regional transmission organizations and independent system operators are considering billions of dollars in 765-kV infrastructure projects with completion dates projected within the next decade.

According to Leslie M. Duke, chair and CEO of Burns & McDonnell, the collaboration presents an opportunity to bolster the U.S. energy grid's resilience. KEPCO brings decades of experience in operating and testing 765-kV grids, offering critical expertise for these large-scale projects. Dong-cheol Kim, president and CEO of KEPCO, emphasized their core competencies in managing power grids from research and development to construction and operation.

This alliance is expected to play a significant role in modernizing the U.S. transmission network, with the 765-kV class providing increased reliability, efficiency, and reduced land use.

Source: burnsmcd.com