The U.S. electric grid stands as a critical national asset, bolstering both economic stability and national security, as shown in a new report by Concentric Energy Advisors.

Why it matters: The grid’s 99.95 percent reliability is attributed to strategic investments in resilience, transmission modernization, and expanded system capacity.

• America’s electric companies are projected to invest $239 billion this year to make the grid smarter, stronger, and more reliable. These investments help ensure the grid can continue to power the energy of every day, while keeping electricity as affordable as possible for all customers. 

Go deeper: Read the full report here.