The NY Power Authority owns, operates, and maintains one-third of the state’s bulk transmission system. Interconnection to the Power Authority network enables projects, including renewable energy projects, businesses, and other entities to connect to the grid by using NYPA’s expertise for a seamless process. 

Did you know? Interconnecting Renewables: The NY Power Authority is enabling more than 12,000 MWs of renewable energy to be connected to the state’s energy grid.

The NY Power Authority can guide you through the load interconnection process

Projects that require significant energy may be able to draw that load from the NY Power Authority's transmission system. For guidance and information about how to connect to the NY Power Authority's expansive transmission system, provide your information through this form.

Connection to the NY Power Authority's transmission system starts with applying to receive a NY Power Authority Power Allocation, as well as the submission of an interconnection request to the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO). Final steps involve executing a Developer’s Agreement and Asset Purchase Agreement, followed by construction. The steps and FAQ are outlined below. Download a copy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can the NY Power Authority tell me the status of my System Reliability Impact Study (SRIS)?
A: SRIS status is available in your NYISO Portal account. The NY Power Authority does not have additional information beyond what is provided in the NYISO portal and cannot influence progress.
 
Q: We have our own engineers. Why should I hire a New York State interconnection / NYISO-experienced firm? 
A: Hiring an engineering firm that is experienced with New York State load interconnections will help to navigate the NYISO process more seamlessly. They know what information is required, can identify major risks and fatal flaws, provide guidance on long lead time equipment, and can mitigate potential delays in construction.
 
Q: Who is responsible for the interconnection costs?
A: The customer is responsible for all costs associated with the new load, such as new and/or upgraded equipment required, engineering, materials, land acquisition, Load Serving Entity (LSE), and the NY Power Authority technical support.
 
Q: Can the NY Power Authority tell me whether the line I want to interconnect to is capable of serving my load?
A: The available capacity/capability of an existing line is determined during the NYISO System Reliability Impact Study (SRIS). If available, the existing capability of the line is provided on a first-come, first-served basis. If not available, then the SRIS will identify upgrades the developer would need to make to serve their load.
 
Q: When is a project considered firm and ready to move to the next phase?
A: The project is considered firm only after the Facilities Study is complete, the developer posts financial securities with the Connecting Transmission Owner (CTO), and NYISO is informed by the CTO of the developer’s commitment to move forward with the project. commitment to move forward with the project.