Former state DOT leaders say the $1.3 trillion infrastructure bill would be a start, but other funding is needed for critical infrastructure maintenance and new projects.
Massachusetts gains new proposals in third bid round for 1,600 MW of added capacity, while state's first project closes on $2.3B of construction finance and feds expand development off New York.
Projection for 1.3-GW Glen Canyon plant comes as total US hydropower output to fall 14% in 2021 due to western states' rain shortfall, says US Energy Dept.
Long controversial 120-mile line from Pa. was allowed to seize NJ state land, but now developer is unclear on its schedule or intent to build the project.