CITIZEN POWER ALLIANCE

The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) has issued its annual update on the challenges facing New York State’s electricity supply and delivery system, “Power Trends 2010: New York’s Emerging Energy Crossroads.”

“A series of energy crossroads are emerging,” NYISO President & CEO Stephen G. Whitley said. “To build a smarter, greener and more reliable grid, our state will need to work through an array of key issues.”

The report identifies the major factors expected to influence the future outlook for electricity in the Empire State. These issues include the pace of economic recovery, the impact of energy efficiency initiatives, the advent of smart grid technology and the continued development of renewable power resources.

In addition to detailing the challenges, the report enumerates the various efforts currently underway to improve the electric system. These include collaborative efforts between New York and its neighboring systems, as well as a larger effort among grid operators in the Eastern Interconnection.

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