Albany dealt in for new five-city energy competition Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Tuesday morning that Albany will be eligible to compete with four other major New York cities for up to $20 million in funding for advanced energy projects. Cuomo wants the New York Power Authority Board of Trustees to approve $20 million for the … Continue reading Albany dealt in for new five-city energy competition→
Deal reached over Ginna nuclear plant Ontario, NY – A deal between Rochester Gas and Electric and Exelon could save hundreds of jobs and keep the Ginna Nuclear Power Plant open in Wayne County. The two companies filed their agreement with the state Public Service Commission Friday. Exelon says the deal could save 700 jobs, … Continue reading Deal reached over Ginna nuclear plant→
Con Edison to spend $1.b bn to update electric and gas meters Con Edison has announced a proposal to update its electric and gas meters at the cost of nearly $1.5 billion. As part of an eight-year long advanced metering initiative, the utility will replace its old meters with advanced ones for 10 million New … Continue reading Con Edison to spend $1.b bn to update electric and gas meters→
NYISO restructures leadership team The New York Independent System Operator’s (NYISO’s) board of directors announced the extension of President and CEO Stephen Whitley’s contract through mid-2016 when he will retire, capping a 46-year career in the energy industry, including eight years as NYISO president and CEO. The board also announced the promotion of two key … Continue reading NYISO restructures leadership team→
Proceed carefully on NYISO review I am writing an addendum to Larry Rulison’s article “Grid study power play,” Jan. 28, on Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s proposal to have the Public Service Commission conduct a formal review of the New York Independent System Operator. This story addressed the very concerning development that is the state inserting itself … Continue reading Proceed carefully on NYISO review→
