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@NYPAenergy
NY Power Authority
2 years
Bond...NYPA Bonds.🕵️To help rebuild the #transmission grid + move #renewable power in a cost-efficient way, we're selling $600M of tax-exempt #GreenBonds . Proceeds will help rebuild 86 miles of existing transmission lines & build a new 93-mile line.
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@NYPAenergy
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Since Hurricane Maria hit, we’ve been committed to providing help to our brothers and sisters in need in #PuertoRico . We're dedicated to helping until power is restored:
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo : "NY is stepping up our efforts in Puerto Rico"; announces additional 160 utility personnel, including NYPA staff, and 100 vehicles and special equipment sent to #PuertoRico to assist with the ongoing effort to restore their power grid.
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
NYPA crews hard at work, continuing our efforts to rebuild the electric grid in #PuertoRico .
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@NYPAenergy
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"On behalf of Governor Cuomo, NYPA is pleased to oversee NYS's utility response to this disaster.” - @GQenergy Governor Andrew Cuomo ( @NYGovCuomo ) announces another 72 NY #utility workers deployed to #PuertoRico to assist with ongoing recovery efforts.
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
Boots on the ground in #PuertoRico – NYPA crews head out to continue in their efforts to restore power after Hurricane Maria.
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA CEO @GQenergy , along with @NYGovCuomo , thank the dedicated workers who have been working around the clock to restore power in #PuertoRico .
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo says #NYS utilities working on power restoration in the San Juan metro area have restored power to 240,000 customers (nearly 80%), largely due to the effort of more than 450 NY #utility personnel that have been in #PuertoRico since November:
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo announces that 500,000 street lights will be converted to #LED technology by 2025, leading to reduced #energy consumption, annual taxpayer savings of $87M, a reduction of harmful #GHG emissions and an increase in public safety & visibility.
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@NYPAenergy
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3 years
NYPA is preparing for Hurricane Henri and its potential impact on its generation & transmission assets. We will continue to monitor the storm and share updates as needed through , social media channels & the news media. MORE:
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@NYPAenergy
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7 years
NYS stands side by side w/ our brothers & sisters in #PuertoRico ; NYPA on the ground w/ supplies & support: #Maria
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo to deploy public utility experts from NYPA's response team to #PuertoRico to assist with power restoration efforts amid a blackout, identify vulnerabilities, and stabilize Puerto Rico's power system. #PoweringPR
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
NYPA workers and our partner utilities helped turn the lights back on at this school, and in neighborhoods throughout #PuertoRico over the weekend. Check it out and view our journey and progress that’s been made so far. #PoweringPR #OneTeamOneMission
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo announces 200+ #NYS public & private electric utility experts and more than 180 utility vehicles arrive in #PuertoRico in another wave of support to assist with the recovery of its power grid that suffered severe damage from #HurricaneMaria .
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@NYPAenergy
NY Power Authority
7 years
Coming soon - our popular Wildlife Festivals! See some fun critters and learn about them with an up close and personal experience!
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
To recognize loved ones in the #utility industry spending their holidays helping out in #PuertoRico , we're launching the campaign, #SendingLight2PR . Send well wishes, take a pic, and use the hashtag #SendingLight2PR to share your thanks this holiday.
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@NYPAenergy
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To recognize loved ones in the #utility industry spending their holiday season helping out in #PuertoRico , we're running a campaign: #SendingLight2PR . Send a message, snap a pic, and use the hashtag #SendingLight2PR to share your wishes this season.
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@NYPAenergy
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7 years
NYPA continues to stand w/ #PuertoRico , working together w/ PREPA, @fema , and the @USArmy at the Government Command Center in San Juan.
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@NYPAenergy
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Harnessing renewable resources and reducing dependence on fossil fuels, @NYGovCuomo announces a plan to transform #PuertoRico ’s electric power grid to withstand future storms and utilize modern grid technologies:
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@NYPAenergy
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#HappyThanksgiving to our crew working in #PuertoRico tonight. We’re all grateful for you and the work you’re doing. #SendingLight2PR
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@NYPAenergy
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3 years
After a decade as President and CEO of the nation’s largest state public power organization, Gil Quiniones has decided to pursue a new opportunity with Commonwealth Edison Company. (1/3)
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@NYPAenergy
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5 years
The busiest convention center in the US will now be home to #NYC ’s largest rooftop #solar generation project, as @NYGovCuomo announced the selection of @Siemens to design + install up to 1.4 MW of solar #renewable energy on the rooftop of the @JavitsCenter
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA CEO @GQenergy is back in #PuertoRico to check on progress being made by NYPA workers and other members of the #NYS utility contingent working diligently to continue restoration efforts. #PoweringPR
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@NYPAenergy
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4 years
NYPA & PEAK Coalition unveiled an agreement today to transition NYPA’s in-city natural gas plants to low to zero #CarbonEmission resources and technologies, including exploring #batterystorage . #reliability #resiliency #wind #solar #CleanEnergyEconomy
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo announces a rebate program designed specifically for the installation of #EV charging stations at workplaces, office buildings, multi-family apartment buildings & public locations furthering his #cleanenergy goal to reduce #GHG by 40% by 2030.
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@NYPAenergy
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7 years
More emergency utility crews from the Empire State are headed to #PuertoRico for grid repair work:
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo recognizes NYPA for being a part of #NewYork 's efforts to restore power in #PuertoRico at his 2018 State of the State address. #NYSOTS #NYSOS2018
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@NYPAenergy
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. @MarkRuffalo : " @NYGovCuomo 's bold moves underscore the nation-leading role NY is taking on the environment":
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@NYPAenergy
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4 years
Last night, #NiagaraFalls (where much of NYPA’s power comes from) and other #NY landmarks were illuminated blue as part of the #LightItBlue campaign to honor front line workers battling the #COVID19 pandemic. We thank all of the essential workers out there for what they’re doing.
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@NYPAenergy
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"We will use this transformative model at schools all over the State of NY." - @LtGovHochulNY #KSolar
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@NYPAenergy
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"This solar installation matters and people are noticing because it shows that solar energy isn't just for the suburbs." - @RKauffmanEnergy
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@NYPAenergy
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"To our youth: this is really about having a better and cleaner planet to leave to you." - @rubendiazjr , Bronx Borough President #KSolar
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
NYPA is thankful that we're able to give back to the community in #PuertoRico and aid in their restoration efforts.
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@NYPAenergy
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7 years
Today, on National Lineman Appreciation Day, we recognize our linemen who go above and beyond to keep the power flowing!
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA is in #PuertoRico to help decontaminate homes as part of @NYGovCuomo 's efforts to rebuild and restore PR. CEO @GQenergy addressed workers at the #HurricaneMaria After Action Workshop at @AEEonline HQ. #PoweringPR #OneTeamOneMission
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@NYPAenergy
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The Remanso de la Montaña Nursing Home in #PuertoRico had been without power for 5 months, spending ~$350 a week to run on generators. Well, that changed on February 14th, when their lights were turned back on. #OneTeamOneMission #PoweringPR @AEEONLINE
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
. @NYGovCuomo announces completion of cutting-edge #solar energy + battery storage system on @SUNY @NewPaltz ’s campus. The system provides continuous solar power generation + supports the college’s efforts to offset its reliance on electrical power grid.
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo announces one of the largest capital projects in #NYS history: a $1.1B project to modernize and digitize NYPA's Niagara Power Project, The 15-year project will directly support NY's #cleanenergy goals + 200K jobs & $17B in capital investments:
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
It wasn't easy but NYPA linemen and operators were able to get up to the mountain regions in #PuertoRico to help restore power and build roads so the infrastructure is more easily accessible.
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@NYPAenergy
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA is collaborating with @AEEONLINE , @ConEdison , @edisonintl , @EPRINews and others to develop a modernization plan to rebuild and strengthen #PuertoRico 's electric grid using renewable #energy , microgrids, and distributed energy resources:
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA's engineers & translators, along with @NYGovCuomo & @NYSDEC staff, are headed to #PuertoRico to aid with emergency goods & services.
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@NYPAenergy
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CEO @GQenergy "This program will substantially change how we generate, use, and distribute #energy ." #KSolar
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Hundreds of workers from utilities in #NewYork State have been working to restore power in the metropolitan San Juan region of #PuertoRico in the wake of Hurricane Maria. (via @LIBN )
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" #KSolar is a tremendous opportunity to go solar, not just for savings; to integrate enegy ed into the classroom." - @NYSERDA CEO John Rhodes
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@NYPAenergy
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7 years
NYPA CEO @GQenergy gets a briefing from PREPA on the status of the largest power plants in San Juan before a tour.
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo announces first ever "If You Can See It You Can Be It"- a day for girls to explore future career paths. NYPA loved having 20+ girls w/ us today for #TakeYourChildToWorkDay and are excited about continuing to inspire these talented young people
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@NYPAenergy
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"The 14MW savings from #KSolar will equate to taking 2,000 cars off the road for one year." - @GQenergy
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@NYPAenergy
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2 years
Soaking up those rays: The largest rooftop #solar array in the entire @SUNY system is now operational at @UAlbany .☀ Learn more about the 1.9 MWdc, 4,700+ panel solar project here:
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@NYPAenergy
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To wrap up #WomensHistoryMonth , we spoke to women at NYPA and asked them what this month meant to them and what advice they could provide to future leaders.
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@NYPAenergy
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The saying goes, "It takes a village". In #PuertoRico , it took much more than just a town or a village. Many companies and utilities came together to work as a team to help restore power to residents affected by the hurricanes last year.
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
NYPA's technical expertise aids #PuertoRico in rebuilding its power grid.
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"The #KSolar initiative here, together with 13 other school districts, will save over 14 megawatts of electricity." - @GQenergy
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@NYPAenergy
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7 years
. @NYGovCuomo announces $3M expansion for @conferplastics in #Niagara County, increasing #jobs and production.
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA electric utility crews complete repair of a 300-ft, 115 kilovolt transmission line across Highway 22 in Bayamon, #PuertoRico . Under @NYGovCuomo 's direction, over 400 NYS electric utility workers are on the ground in Puerto Rico assisting with the recovery of its power grid.
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@NYPAenergy
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At #2 on our #NYPATop10 list: Puerto Rico. Since Hurricane Maria hit, NYPA crews have been working around the clock, restoring power to communities in #PuertoRico . The spirit of of Puerto Rico continues to motivate us to get residents back on their feet.
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA is leading a study of European offshore wind projects in order to inform the future of #windenergy in #NewYork State. The study supports @NYGovCuomo ’s goal for 2,400MW of offshore wind and 50% of electricity to be produced by #renewableenergy by 2030.
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@NYPAenergy
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We're announcing the first phase of a sensor deployment program that incorporates new tech to perform on-line monitoring of power plants, substations + power lines to increase efficiency, productivity and resiliency of #NewYork 's public power network.
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA's getting ready to energize neighborhoods in #PuertoRico , replacing transformers and making sure our crews and the community stay safe during this process.
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@NYPAenergy
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We're partnering with @NYSThruway on @NYGovCuomo 's #ChargeNY 2.0 initiative to install high-speed charging stations along the #NewYork State Thruway, enabling #EV owners to drive the entire length of the state without having to exit and recharge.
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA is proud of our linemen who were able to provide a joyous Three Kings Day to many families in #PuertoRico .
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@NYPAenergy
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4 years
Happy Birthday #NikolaTesla ! Tesla was an inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, and futurist who is best known for his contributions to the design of the modern alternating current electricity supply system.
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@NYPAenergy
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. @NYGovCuomo announces groundbreaking of #Buffalo Canalside children's museum, bringing more visitors to the area:
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA & @NYSPolice are sending a second wave of personnel to assist with ongoing recovery efforts in #PuertoRico . #Maria
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@NYPAenergy
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#DidYouKnow ? In 1969, Niagara Falls was dewatered by the Army Corps of Engineers to study the accumulation of rocks. They did this to clean up the area, and check for structural integrity.
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@NYPAenergy
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We completed a major #power system infrastructure project - placing and energizing 1.7 miles of underwater transmission cables across Lake Champlain, a milestone that supports @NYGovCuomo 's plan to modernize the #grid in NYS.
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@NYPAenergy
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We're accelerating plans to help NYS school districts tap into #solar energy through our #KSolar Program.
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@NYPAenergy
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3 years
Happy #NationalHydropowerDay ! We have a long history of #hydropower production in #NewYork State, starting with the creation of the NY Power Authority by Governor FDR in 1931. We're proud to power our communities, schools and businesses with clean, #renewable energy. #HydroDay
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@NYPAenergy
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You've got kale! Back in November, we launched a program in Buffalo to grow food in shipping containers to help promote indoor farming and increase food production for #WesternNY families in need. Over the past couple of months, they’ve been growing kale – check out the progress!
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@NYPAenergy
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As New Yorkers, we have an obligation to help our country, and that includes helping the people of #PuertoRico .
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@NYPAenergy
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The Integrated Smart Operations Center is the latest example of @NYGovCuomo ’s $5 billion investment in #cleanenergy technology and innovation and advances our goal of becoming the nation’s first all-digital utility.
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@NYPAenergy
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Here's an inside look at how we're energizing #PuertoRico : first, by energizing the system, then going house to house to restore power to the homes, once it's determined that they are safe.
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@NYPAenergy
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7 years
NYPA CEO @GQenergy stopped by the #ChargeNY booth at the @NYAutoShow today and encouraged visitors to enter to win a #TasteNY gift basket!
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
NYPA and other NYS lineworkers working to restore power in #PuertoRico would like to wish you a safe and happy new year.
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
By working with our partners at @ConEdison , @ORUConnect , @PSEGLI , @NationalGridUS , @Avangrid & @CentralHudson , we helped restore power to many families in #PuertoRico , just in time for Christmas.
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@NYPAenergy
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Since September, NYPA lineworkers have been working to fully restore power to #PuertoRico . Operations Supv. Tim Ahlfeld is nearing the end of his second journey to help - hear about his experience on the island, in the last part of our 4 part blog series.
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@NYPAenergy
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We're lighting up the falls in #Niagara ! New LED lights illuminating Niagara Falls are making this tourist destination an even brighter one.
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@NYPAenergy
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Congratulations to Mayor Sheehan and the City of Albany for being clean #energy innovators. - @GQenergy #FiveCities
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@NYPAenergy
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We teamed up with @UAlbany on a 1.8MW rooftop #solar system, which will support their environmental & #sustainability goals, help make their ETEC building LEED-Platinum certified & further #NewYork State's goal to transition to a #carbonfree power grid.
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. @NYGovCuomo announces the signing of an agreement between NYPA & @OPG to continue inter-country collaboration for the shared management of the Robert Moses and Robert Saunders Power Dam, which spans the St. Lawrence River.
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#NY ’s first high-speed #EV charging stations have been installed on the #NYSThruway : #REV4NY
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We're strengthening our #resilience plan in the face of an ever-evolving environment to improve our readiness and response to any potential threats. Learn about our Resource Alignment strategy in our #VISION2030 plan:
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We approved low-cost power allocations to 19 businesses & 2 non-profits under #ReChargeNY , supporting 10,700+ #jobs .
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At @GQenergy 's final All-Hands Meeting, we bid him farewell and thanked him for his 14 years of service to NYPA, 10 as our visionary, innovative leader and the longest-serving CEO in our 90-year history. Best wishes as you embark on the next steps in your journey, Gil!
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@NYPAenergy
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Today, @NYGovCuomo unveiled one of his 2020 #StateOfTheState proposals – a $300M plan to reimagine the iconic #ErieCanal . The proposal will repurpose the canal to boost tourism, mitigate flooding and restore wetlands. #ReimagineTheCanals
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@NYPAenergy
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NYPA would like to congratulate CEO @GQenergy on being named to @CityAndStateNY 's “2020 Power of #Diversity : Asian 100” list, as one of the most influential Asian Americans in New York politics and policy.
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@NYPAenergy
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6 years
NYPA is honored to be able to assist local communities in Puerto Rico in restoring power to their neighborhoods.
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@NYPAenergy
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5 years
NYPA President and CEO @GQenergy welcomes PREPA ( @AEEonline ) leadership including their CEO, Jose Ortiz, to our Integrated Smart Operations Center (iSOC). PREPA spent time with a number of NY utilities over the past couple of days, discussing operations and strategies.
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NYPA’s Roger Gural is an energy pro and one of the many who comprise #NYS ’s utility contingent leading the effort to help #PuertoRico get the lights back on.
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On this day in 1856, #NikolaTesla was born. Today, we celebrate the life and accomplishments of this notable physicist, engineer and inventor who paved the way for modern electrical technology.
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WATCH: We plan to electrify the entire @NYSThruway , from New York City to Buffalo, with the installation of high-speed charging stations for your #electriccar .
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. @NYGovCuomo announces our new $250 million #EV infrastructure expansion program - #EVolveNY . The program will expand electric vehicle fast charging, create new #NYC airport charging hubs & establish EV model communities.
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In honor of #WomensHistoryMonth , #NiagaraFalls (where much of the power we provide to NY is produced) was illuminated to celebrate all of the women who have paved the way for women’s rights.
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Under @NYGovCuomo 's leadership, we're at the @javitscenter today packing #Thanksgiving meals for #NewYork families in need.
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Happy NYPA Anniversary @GQenergy ! On this day, 7 years ago, NYPA trustees elect Gil Quiniones to serve as acting president and chief executive of NYPA.
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