Governor Andrew Cuomo today directed
state agencies to take immediate steps to lower electricity usage in New
York State due persistent high temperatures and humidity expected today
and through the weekend. All state agencies have been directed to
immediately lower energy usage by turning off lights, raising air
conditioning temperatures, closing window shades, and powering down
unused computers, printers and other electrical devices; other regions
were put on notice that they might have to do the same later in the day.
"This extreme heat has led to near-record electricity usage and has placed significant demands on our entire grid," Governor Cuomo said. "As temperatures remain high, I'm once again directing state agencies to take steps to conserve energy and reduce demands on the system. I encourage all New Yorkers to do the same."
During heat waves, increased usage of electric devices such as air conditioners place a considerable demand on the state's electricity system and instances of low voltage or isolated power outages can result. The record for such usage was set on July 19, 2013 when it reached 33,955 MWs (One megawatt of electricity is enough to power up 1,000 average-sized homes). As a result of yesterday's high temperatures, the state's peak load approached the record with 32,076 MWs. Today’s peak load forecast is 32,800 MWs.
The Governor also strongly encouraged local public officials, municipalities and the public to follow suit. Consolidated Edison, the State's largest utility, implemented its commercial demand reduction program at 12 PM. This Department of Public Service-approved program is put in place to reduce electricity demand when it begins to rise rapidly.
Department of Public Service CEO Audrey Zibelman said, "It's important for the public to lower their electricity use. It is also important for residents to stay cool and stay hydrated. By taking action now, we can lower electricity usage during this heat wave and stay healthy."
"This extreme heat has led to near-record electricity usage and has placed significant demands on our entire grid," Governor Cuomo said. "As temperatures remain high, I'm once again directing state agencies to take steps to conserve energy and reduce demands on the system. I encourage all New Yorkers to do the same."
During heat waves, increased usage of electric devices such as air conditioners place a considerable demand on the state's electricity system and instances of low voltage or isolated power outages can result. The record for such usage was set on July 19, 2013 when it reached 33,955 MWs (One megawatt of electricity is enough to power up 1,000 average-sized homes). As a result of yesterday's high temperatures, the state's peak load approached the record with 32,076 MWs. Today’s peak load forecast is 32,800 MWs.
The Governor also strongly encouraged local public officials, municipalities and the public to follow suit. Consolidated Edison, the State's largest utility, implemented its commercial demand reduction program at 12 PM. This Department of Public Service-approved program is put in place to reduce electricity demand when it begins to rise rapidly.
Department of Public Service CEO Audrey Zibelman said, "It's important for the public to lower their electricity use. It is also important for residents to stay cool and stay hydrated. By taking action now, we can lower electricity usage during this heat wave and stay healthy."
Source: Press Office, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo
No comments:
Post a Comment