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Title
Electricity Transmission Infrastructure Investment to Exceed $600 Billion by 2020, Forecasts Pike Research
Description
After years of neglect, high-voltage electricity transmission systems all over the world are getting much-needed attention. Driven by population and economic growth, policy initiatives, and a renewed industry focus, significant capital investments are being made to expand and extend transmission infrastructure. Thousands of miles of new transmission lines are being built and existing systems are being retrofitted to add new capacity and greater monitoring capabilities. According to a new report from Pike Research, cumulative investment in electricity transmission projects will surpass $606 billion worldwide during the period from 2010 to 2020.
Date
Jun 30, 2010

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