New York unveils new roadmap for 6-GW energy storage goal

December 29 (Renewables Now) – New York Governor Kathy Hochul on Wednesday released a roadmap that is expected to help the state achieve its goal for 6 GW of energy storage capacity by 2030.The plan was devised by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority and the New York State Department of Public Service. It is due to be submitted to the state’s Public Service Commission (PSC) for consideration. If greenlit, it will help cut future statewide electric system costs by close to USD 2 billion (EUR 1.89bn).The decision-making process will be conducted in 2023.The framework proposes a comprehensive set of recommendations, focusing on programmes led by The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) that call for adding 4.7 GW of fresh battery storage capacity across various sectors. Specifically, the plan envisages the…

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