Press Releases

April 24, 2026 | Extreme Weather and Aging Generation Poses Significant Risks to Reliability Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) today released its annual Summer Reliability Assessment, finding that the reliability margin under baseline summer conditions is 417 MW – the lowest margin in recent history.

January 29, 2026 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) today released a new white paper detailing the factors contributing to rising wholesale electricity prices in New York.

January 23, 2026 | Rensselaer, NY – Adequate generating capacity is in place to meet electricity demand under forecasted extreme winter conditions for the period of Saturday, January 24 through Thursday, January 29, according to the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO).

January 13, 2026 | Latest STAR finds that delays in new generation projects could further impact reliability violations. Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) today released its quarterly assessment of reliability of the bulk electric system. The fourth-quarter Short-Term Assessment of Reliability (STAR) evaluated forecasts of peak power demand, planned upgrades to the transmission system, and changes to the generation mix over the next five years.

November 21, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) today released its 2025-2034 Comprehensive Reliability Plan (CRP), which finds that the electric grid is at an inflection point driven by the convergence of three major trends: the rapid growth of large loads, (e.g.: microchip manufacturing and AI-related data centers); the aging generation fleet; and a lack of new dispatchable generation resources being added to the system. The CRP is issued biennially, identifying and addressing emerging risks to reliability on the electric system.

November 14, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – Adequate capacity is in place to meet electricity demand under forecasted conditions for the coming winter, according to the New York Independent System Operator’s (NYISO) annual Winter Assessment. However, the findings also highlight concerns over fuel security for generators during extreme weather events.

October 14, 2025 | Reliability violations identified in New York City and Long Island due to generator retirements, rising demand Rensselaer, NY – Two separate reports released this week from the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) provide important insights into evolving challenges of maintaining reliability of the high voltage electric system as consumer demand increases and generation retires.

July 29, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The Energy Watch issued by the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) for July 29 has concluded. Operating reserves have returned to standard levels and the grid is operating normally at this time. Visit www.nyiso.com/system-conditions for additional information.

July 29, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) has issued an Energy Watch for July 29 due to a decline in operating reserves. The grid is operating normally at this time and there are adequate resources to meet forecasted demand. Visit www.nyiso.com/system-conditions to learn more.

July 24, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The high voltage, bulk electric system is prepared to meet expected demand on Friday, July 25, according to the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO).

June 25, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The Energy Watch issued by the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) for June 25 has concluded. Operating reserves have returned to standard levels and the grid is operating normally at this time. Visit www.nyiso.com/system-conditions for additional information.

June 25, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) has issued an Energy Watch for June 25 due to a decline in operating reserves. The grid is operating normally at this time and there are adequate resources to meet forecasted demand. Visit www.nyiso.com/system-conditions to learn more.

June 24, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) has issued an Energy Warning for June 24 due to a decline in operating reserves. The grid is operating normally at this time but emergency operations may be initiated to maintain system reliability. Visit www.nyiso.com/system-conditions for additional information.

June 20, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The high voltage, bulk electric system is prepared to meet expected demand during the forecasted heatwave, according to the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO).

June 2, 2025 | Annual publication from the New York Independent System Operator emphasizes maintaining reliability during the grid in transition Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) today released Power Trends 2025, the company’s annual state of the grid and markets report. Power Trends 2025 details how reliability margins continue to decline as fossil-based generation retires and new supply resources are not keeping pace with expected demand growth. Further, the report examines the impact on the electric system from an increase in large loads, such as semiconductor manufacturing, generative AI and data center projects.

May 13, 2025 |   Reliability Concerns Persist Under Extreme Weather Scenarios   Rensselaer, NY — The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) today reported that electricity supplies are adequate to meet expected summer demand under baseline conditions, but the grid operator’s assessment also highlighted potential reliability concerns.

April 15, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) announced today the selection of Heather Rivard to its Board of Directors, effective July 2025 upon her retirement from Southern California Edison.

April 15, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) has announced the selection of Steve Doyon to its Board of Directors, effective April 15, 2025.

February 4, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) has enhanced its online System Conditions page, incorporating a grid alert system to communicate when energy supplies drop below certain thresholds and conservation measures may be necessary.

January 17, 2025 | Rensselaer, NY – New York’s bulk electric system is prepared to meet anticipated demand during a forecasted cold snap from Monday, January 20 through Wednesday, January 22 according to the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO).