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...
The Gorge Trail at Watkins Glen State Park | Photo from the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website Schuyler County has long been a destination associated with waterfalls, lake views, and outdoor exploration. Centered around...
The Municipal Electric and Gas Alliance (MEGA) is pleased to once again offer the MEGA Member Scholarship to support graduating high‑school seniors within our member communities. This scholarship was created by the MEGA Board of Directors as part of our commitment to...
At the end of January, the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) released a new white paper outlining the key forces driving recent increases in wholesale electricity prices across the state. For local governments, schools, and public entities, the report...