‘Upstate’ New York eyed for construction of new, zero emission nuclear power plant, Governor’s office says

Upstate New York is the general region being considered for a new, zero-emission nuclear power plant to support what the Governor’s office says will be a “reliable and affordable electric grid.”

Where does Upstate New York imply exactly? Well, no one knows yet at this point in time, although Governor Hochul says the state is in need of new, clean electricity resources to meet growing power demand from new industrial development, building electrification and electric vehicles.

“As New York State electrifies its economy, deactivates aging fossil fuel power generation and continues to attract large manufacturers that create good-paying jobs, we must embrace an energy policy of abundance that centers on energy independence and supply chain security to ensure New York controls its energy future,” she said.

“This is the second time during my administration that I am calling on the New York Power Authority to lead a critical energy initiative, and just as it is doing with the expedited buildout of renewable energy and transmission, it will now safely and rapidly deploy clean, reliable nuclear power for the benefit of all New Yorkers.”

According to Hochul’s office, a new one gigawatt nuclear power plant will bolster the state’s efforts for affordable, clean energy.

“Time and time again, the Power Authority has been called upon by New York State leadership to take bold action and we have delivered outcomes to support the public good," said New York Power Authority President and CEO Justin E. Driscoll.

"I am honored by Governor Hochul’s confidence in NYPA to lead the buildout of the affordable and reliable clean energy economy of the future and we are eager to deliver on this impactful nuclear initiative for New Yorkers.”

Image via the office of New York Governor Kathy Hochul.