Based on NYISO Power Trends 2026 | June 2026 Each year, NYISO (New York Independent System Operator) publishes its Power Trends report, giving a comprehensive look at the health and outlook of New York State’s electric grid. MEGA, with the support of its...
Main Street, Geneseo, NY | Photo by Keith Walters Photography Livingston County lies along the Genesee River, which has carved deep gorges and valleys throughout the region. These features, combined with rural communities and agricultural land, give the county a...
Adapted from the NYSAC Budget Analysis Report The enacted New York State budget amends the Environmental Conservation Law to update several key definitions, regulatory targets, and procedural timelines related to New York’s Climate Leadership and Community...
Wall Street, Kingston, NY | Photo from the kingstonvisitorsguide.com Ulster County is known for its mix of mountain landscapes, riverfront communities, and easy access to outdoor recreation across the Hudson Valley. With the Catskill Mountains to the west and the...
Ithaca Commons | Photo from the City of Ithaca website As a founding MEGA member, Tompkins County has long played an important role in shaping the Municipal Electric and Gas Alliance, as well as the region’s cultural and educational history. Tompkins County is...
By Joe Mahoney, contributing writer to the New York State Association of Counties New York is facing rising electricity demand as its power generation stations age, increasing the need to quickly access energy resources to maintain grid reliability. County...