NEW YORK DAILY NEWS OP-ED | NYC grid is at risk, we must act now

This past June, New York’s electric grid faced a sobering test. As temperatures soared and demand surged, the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) issued multiple emergency Energy Warnings. These alerts were real-time signals that our system was straining under the weight of summer demand. The performance of the grid this summer draws an obvious conclusion: we need more electric supply to meet future reliability needs.