Energy infrastructure includes the facilities and systems that generate, transmit, and distribute energy—such as power plants, transmission lines, and oil and gas pipelines. The federal government plays a critical role in managing this infrastructure, from establishing public health and safety standards to overseeing projects on public lands and waters. Federal taxpayers also subsidize energy infrastructure through a variety of grant and loan guarantee programs. A closer evaluation of federal incentives is essential to ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely—by promoting resilience, avoiding waste, and transitioning away from infrastructure tied to costly long-term environmental and financial liabilities.
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