New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E), subsidiaries of Avangrid, Inc., have announced a significant investment exceeding $582 million in energy infrastructure initiatives. These investments aim to bolster grid reliability, increase resilience to extreme weather, and modernize electric and gas service across their service areas in upstate New York.
According to company officials, the allocation of funds will support a mixture of new substation construction, upgrades to existing grid components, expansion of the transmission network, and enhanced safety measures. The planned improvements will also incorporate advanced technologies such as smart grid systems designed to improve outage response times and customer service.
“Increasing demand, aging infrastructure, and climate change are putting new pressures on our energy systems,” said a spokesperson for NYSEG. “This strategic investment will allow us to build a smarter, more resilient grid that meets the current and future needs of our customers.”
NYSEG and RG&E serve more than 1.2 million customers collectively across 40 counties in New York. The utilities noted that the infrastructure upgrades are not only aimed at delivering more reliable service but also align with New York State’s climate and clean energy goals under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA).
Some key projects already underway or planned include grid hardening in areas prone to outages, installation of automated switching devices, and replacement of aging pipelines and transformers. The companies say these efforts will lead to quicker restoration following storms and reduce the frequency and scope of power interruptions.
Both utilities emphasized a commitment to transparency and public engagement, stating that many of the projects have been or will be subject to review by the New York State Public Service Commission and will include opportunities for community input.
The initiative reflects a broader national trend in which utility providers are ramping up investments to meet evolving energy demands and fortify infrastructure against increasingly severe weather events.
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