Construction starts on $180 M Empire State Line
USA, New York, Albany: Construction has started on the Empire State Line, a $180 M power transmission line upgrade project in the USA.
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USA, New York, Albany: Construction has started on the Empire State Line, a $180 M power transmission line upgrade project in the USA.
NextEra Energy Transmission New York (NEETNY) developed the project to upgrade transmission lines in Niagara and Erie counties. The project will see existing lines upgraded to 345 kV transmission lines across 32 km (20 mi) in the two counties.
Additionally, the project will include construction of the 345 kV Dysinger Switchyard in Niagara County, and the East Stolle Switchyard in Erie County.
Upon completion, the project will relieve congestion in Western New York, while helping integration of more renewable energy into the state’s electric grid.
NEETNY president Richard Allen said: “We are thrilled to start construction on this important project, which plays a critical role in supporting the state’s clean energy plans. NEETNY will continue to work with all interested stakeholders to make this project a reality.”
Announced by New York governor Andrew Cuomo, the project was designed to increase transmission capacity and help deliver more renewable hydroelectric power throughout Western New York.
Cuomo said: “Building a clean, reliable transmission system for New York is a critically important part of combatting climate change and meeting our nation-leading clean energy goals.
Source: Power Technology