“Project Will Enable Transmission of Additional 3,700 Megawatts of Renewable Energy Throughout New York State
Accelerates Progress to Exceed 70 Percent Renewable Electricity by 2030 and Net Zero-Emission Grid by 2040
Project to Deliver $950 Million in Lifetime Customer Savings and Avoid 7.4 Million Tons of Carbon Emissions
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the commissioning of the Empire State Line, a project that will upgrade the energy transmission system that serves Western New York with a new, 20-mile 345 kilovolt line. Operated by NextEra Energy Transmission New York, the Empire State Line will increase transmission capacity and integrate more renewable energy into the state’s electric grid.
“The fight against climate change demands bold action, and New York is leading the nation with innovative green energy initiatives,” Governor Hochul said. “In partnership with companies like NextEra, we are making major progress in our climate goals, reducing our dependence on fossil fuels and ushering in a cleaner, greener New York for all.””
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New York Government Press Release 11 July 2022.