(The Center Square) — The nation’s power grid is entering a new era of soaring demand — the full extent of which remains uncertain — and energy leaders warn that investments in new generation, efficiency, and infrastructure must begin now to prevent future shortfalls. U.S. electricity demand is projected to rise 25% by 2030 and up to 78% by 2050, with peak demand growing 14% and 54% over the same period, according to a new report by consulting and technology firm ICF. The report, “Rising Current: America’s growing electricity demand,” highlights three main concerns — ...