Press Releases

July 23, 2026 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) today released its 2025-2044 System & Resource Outlook (The Outlook), a long-term planning assessment that finds New York will need substantial new investment in reliable generation and transmission infrastructure to serve growing electricity demand and state policy targets.

July 2, 2026 | Rensselaer, NY – The Energy Watch issued by the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) for August 1, 2026 has concluded. Operating reserves have returned to standard levels and the grid is operating normally at this time.

July 2, 2026 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) has issued an Energy Watch for July 2, 2026 due to a decline in operating reserves. The grid is operating normally at this time and there are adequate resources to meet forecasted demand.

July 1, 2026 | Rensselaer, NY – With extreme heat affecting New York and temperatures expected to remain high through the week, consumer demand on the electric system is rising as homes and businesses rely more heavily on air conditioning. High temperatures, elevated humidity, and sustained air conditioning load can place added pressure on generation and transmission resources across the state.

June 29, 2026 | Rensselaer, NY – A large heat dome will bring extreme temperatures to New York this week and drive up consumer demand on the electric system. When temperatures and humidity spike, increased demand for air conditioning can strain generation and transmission resources.

June 9, 2026 | Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator today reported that New York set a new record for solar generation on Wednesday, June 3. During the Noon hour that day, a combination of behind-the-meter (BTM) solar and front-of-the-meter (FTM) solar generated 5,661 megawatts (MW). BTM solar accounted for 5,131 MW and FTM solar accounted for 530 MW.

June 9, 2026 | Annual publication from the New York Independent System Operator signals need for new energy development powered by competitive markets Rensselaer, NY – The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) today released Power Trends 2026, its annual report on forces shaping the electric grid and wholesale electricity markets. The report urges an “all-of-the-above” investment approach to developing new generation resources, guided and supported by the power of competitive electric markets.

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.