NYISO Board selects Propel NY Energy transmission solution
New York Power Authority’s and New York Transco’s electric transmission project Propel NY Energy selected by the New York Independent System Operator.
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USA, New York: New York Power Authority’s and New York Transco’s electric transmission project Propel NY Energy selected by the New York Independent System Operator.
The New York Power Authority and New York Transco have announced that their proposed 145 km (90 mile) electric transmission project—Propel NY Energy—was selected by the New York Independent System Operator to achieve the Long Island Offshore Wind Export Public Policy Transmission Need Project Solicitation.
The Propel NY Energy transmission solution is meant to strengthen the backbone of the electric grid with increased transmission capacity to help inject more clean, renewable energy from offshore wind facilities into the statewide energy grid.
The Propel NY Energy transmission solution will strengthen the backbone of the electric grid with increased transmission capacity to help inject more clean, renewable energy from offshore wind facilities into the statewide energy grid. By building new underground and submarine transmission lines in existing public rights-of-way and substation facilities on Long Island, in New York City, and across Westchester County, Propel will efficiently and cost-effectively deliver clean energy to homes and businesses that benefit all New Yorkers and aid the state in achieving critical clean energy goals.
Pending regulatory approvals, Propel NY Energy construction is anticipated to commence in 2026 and enter service in 2030.
Source: T&D World
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