With winter approaching and two major global supply disruptions active at once, this month’s MEGA Energy Update looks at what it could mean for energy costs in New York. It also covers the PSC’s new Energy Affordability Index, our partnership with NYSAPF, and where to find us at the NYSAC Fall Seminar (Booth #2).

This month’s edition includes an update on global energy market conditions, a reminder for members with upcoming contract expirations, and information on a major funding opportunity available to New York school districts. We also feature Yates County in our latest Member Spotlight and share recordings of two recent MEGA webinars covering energy efficiency and electricity procurement.

This month, we honor the life and legacy of Barbara Blanchard, whose vision and leadership helped establish MEGA and shape it into the organization it is today. We also examine how renewed instability in Iran is influencing the outlook for New York electricity and natural gas prices as public entities prepare for the upcoming winter season. You’ll also find information on two upcoming MEGA webinars, learn about the recipients of the 2026 MEGA Member Scholarship, explore our Member Spotlight on Wayne County, and access a recent New York energy market update webinar recording from NRG.

This edition covers what the U.S.-Iran ceasefire means for New York energy prices, key takeaways from NYISO’s Power Trends 2026 grid report, and NYSAC’s new report on balancing renewable energy siting with farmland protection. We’re also recognizing our three 2026 MEGA Member Scholarship recipients, spotlighting Livingston County, and sharing details on NRG’s upcoming New York Energy Market Update webinar on June 23. Read the full newsletter to stay up to date on the latest in New York’s energy landscape.

This month’s edition examines how ongoing global energy disruptions continue to shape New York’s electricity and natural gas markets, especially as we head into peak summer demand. We also break down key changes in the newly enacted State Budget, including updates to the CLCPA and new initiatives affecting energy affordability and municipal programs.

We also cover new state funding for clean energy upgrades in schools, recent data on how New York’s electricity usage compares nationwide, highlights from a busy month of conferences across the state, and our newest Member Spotlight on Ulster County!

MEGA’s April Energy Update explores how global geopolitical events are affecting New York’s energy markets, with a focus on price volatility, reliability risks heading into summer, and what these trends mean for MEGA members. This edition also includes timely energy insights, where we have been this month, and a Member Spotlight on a founding MEGA member: Tompkins County!

This month’s edition takes a closer look at how global events are impacting New York’s energy markets, along with what continued market volatility could mean for public entities planning ahead. We also share important MEGA updates, including the launch of our Additional Services page and details on the 2026 Member Scholarship. You’ll also find highlights from recent events, our latest Member Spotlight, and other helpful resources you may have missed!

Get the latest insights on New York’s early spring energy outlook, NYISO’s analysis of rising electricity prices, NACo’s new guide on national electric infrastructure, and this month’s MEGA updates, including our Member Spotlight on Hamilton County.

Winter Storm Fern, new state energy priorities, insights on “slamming,” upcoming events, a member spotlight, and more.

A look back at 2025’s energy market, useful articles, MEGA on the Go and EnergyNext becomes Priority Power.