2 Reasons Utilities Win in Cannabis Legalization

How has energy use been impacted in the Pacific Northwest?

  • new power demand ranging between 80-163 megawatts
  • the Northwest Region accounts for approximately 21% of production within the U.S
  • This includes Washington where 100% of legal cannabis is grown outdoors

What would be the total power demand in the US for cannabis growing and production:

  • between 381 MW and 776 MW

Is this utility use impact other agricultural trends? Yes, local grown crops

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