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Trump Admin Reverses Hydropower Layoffs That Sparked Grid Stability Fears
In a sudden and unexpected move, the Trump administration has reversed its recent decision to institute sweeping cuts within the federal agencies responsible for power generation from hydroelectric dams. The drastic layoffs had raised concerns about grid stability in key data center markets.
The initial layoffs saw between 13% to 20% of the workforces at the four Power Marketing Administrations slashed, impacting a range of personnel, including linemen and teams that manage power distribution on a minute-to-minute basis. These agencies are responsible for the sale and transmission of hydropower from federally owned dams, including the Bonneville Dam in the Pacific Northwest and the Hoover Dam in the Southwest.
These critical infrastructure assets supply electricity to tens of millions of homes across 34 states. The agencies, funded solely through the sale of generated power and not reliant on U.S. Treasury funds, had been working diligently to ensure a reliable energy grid.
The sudden reversal has brought relief to lawmakers, customers, and industry stakeholders who were alarmed by the potential risks posed by the layoffs. The move is seen as a crucial step in maintaining grid stability and upholding the administration’s responsibility to protect the public interest.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
Source: techcrunch.com
