Energy Grid Pause in South Dakota | Pierre News

The Department of Energy has paused a major plan to build three new electric transmission lines, including one through South Dakota meant to boost clean energy access for five tribal reservations. Fueled by strong pushback from landowners and state regulators over property rights, the decision reflects a broader pause to rethink how to modernize the grid while respecting local concerns — even as officials acknowledge the urgent need for upgrades. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4ee0aa832d8f5f25