Advanced Nuclear Power Plant Coming to Upstate New York

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has directed the New York Power Authority to develop and construct a zero-emission advanced nuclear power plant in Upstate New York.

Gov. Hochul has announced a new initiative instructing the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to begin developing and constructing a new advanced nuclear power plant. The plant will be the first new nuclear power plant constructed in New York State in a "generation," according to a press release.

New Nuclear Power Plant Coming to Upstate New York

The new initiative will help support a reliable and affordable electric grid for New Yorkers, while providing the necessary zero-emission electricity to achieve a clean energy economy. Gov. Hochul made the announcement Monday, stating,

“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."

 

Gov. Hochul pointed out that this is not the first time her administration has asked the NYPA to lead the way on an energy initiative, saying,

"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."

 

New Clean Electricity in New York

As New York becomes less dependent on fossil fuel power due to "power plant retirements", the Governor explained that New York needs "new, clean electricity resources to meet growing power demand from new industrial development, building electrification, and electric vehicles."

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Once completed, the advanced nuclear plant will provide zero-emission baseload power, providing reliable and affordable clean energy to advance New York's renewable energy efforts.

Where Will the Plant be Located?

The NYPA is expected to immediately begin to evaluate technologies, business models, and locations for the first nuclear power plant and will begin to secure the partnerships needed for the project. This process will include site assessments and financing options.

Once the NYPA has located its "candidate locations", they will be evaluated considering factors such as public safety, strength of community support, and infrastructure compatibility. It will also evaluate land availability at each site, as well as access to skilled labor needed to build and maintain the plant.