Anbaric unveils Downstate Clean Powerlink transmission bid
Anbaric has unveiled details
of its proposed the Downstate Clean Powerlink bid which would support the
delivery of offshore wind power off the coast of Long Island to New
York’s power grid.
Anbaric submitted the proposal for Downstate Clean Powerlink on October
11, 2021, in response to the New York Independent System Operator’s (NYISO)
Long Island Offshore Wind Export Public Policy Transmission Need Project
Solicitation. NYISO is seeking proposals that will accommodate 3,000 MW
of anticipated offshore wind power to be distributed to the downstate region.
According to Anbaric, its Downstate Clean Powerlink aims to improve downstate
New York’s transmission capacity and strengthen the state’s power grid,
while delivering power to communities that have historically been most
impacted by the harmful health effects of fossil fuel pollution. The need
for transmission upgrades on Long Island and New York City was first identified
by Anbaric in 2018 through the Public Policy Transmission Need process.
The Downstate Clean Powerlink consists of constructing new facilities,
adding new infrastructure, and upgrading existing facilities. Anbaric designed
a technologically advanced solution that aims to deliver offshore wind
power efficiently, eliminate concerns of curtailment, and minimize environmental
and ratepayer impact. Anbaric stated it will partner with communities in
New York City, Westchester County and Long Island from the outset of the
development of this project to improve grid reliability, advance environmental
justice, and ensure equitable access to clean, affordable energy. The company
also stated that it is committed to working with local skilled trades unions
to create hundreds of family-sustaining jobs and bring economic investment
to the project communities.
"For too long, historically underserved communities have been burdened
with the detrimental air quality and public health impacts of polluting
fossil fuel plants. As we transition our electrical grid to renewable energy,
we must prioritize bringing clean offshore wind power to these communities.
In doing so, we can end the legacy of fossil fuel pollution and finally
deliver cleaner air and healthier communities. Anbaric's ambitious
Downstate Clean Powerlink does just that,” said Janice Fuller, President,
Mid-Atlantic, Anbaric.
