NYISO BLOG

Powering New York isn’t just about energy – it’s also about supporting our communities. And when it comes to volunteerism, it’s not just something we do, it’s who we are and what we believe in.

Charles Proteus Steinmetz, a mathematician and electrical engineer who served as General Electric’s chief consulting engineer, did ground-breaking work on alternating current that contributed to the development of the electric system.

Thomas Edison’s legacy as chief architect of the modern electric system overshadows many other pioneers. A commercial power system installed by Charles F. Brush preceded Edison’s 1882 launch of Pearl Street Station.

At the NYISO, we’re responsible for the reliability of the bulk electric system – a significant challenge that means most of the time we’re focused on high voltage transmission lines and large central station generating assets.

George Westinghouse was born on October 6, 1846 in Central Bridge, NY. He became a prominent entrepreneur and engineer who, as a leading promoter of the alternating current system, played a major role in the development of the modern electric system.

Our markets are powering New York responsibly for the benefit of consumers, the economy, and the environment.