Analysis noted near shutdown by utlity Con Ed in NYC, as federal energy regulator also okayed four natural gas projects but left a controversial climate change measure undecided.

North Plains Connector from South Dakota to Montana would enable shared power and more system reliability for large US grids, but transmission experts decry big gaps in "planning, permitting and paying."   

Developers weigh options to expedite export infrastructure as Biden administration pushes market to help Europe cut Russia ties, but U.S. and global clean energy pressure clouds long term growth outlook. Issues also are set to scale up mining projects in the U.S.