NYSEG and RG&E announced that they have invested more than $582 million in major capital projects since May 2023, completing 265 infrastructure upgrades across the state to enhance energy reliability and grid resiliency.
Investments span from Brewster to Rochester
The two utilities—serving nearly 1.9 million customers across New York—have focused their investments on critical upgrades to substations, circuits, and grid systems. These efforts support energy demand growth while modernizing aging infrastructure.
NYSEG project highlights:
- $46 million to upgrade the Wood Street Substation, completed in March, improving service for 35,000 customers in the Brewster Division.
- $28 million invested in Dingle Ridge Substation and circuits for customers in Putnam County.
- A $16 million full rebuild of the Hillcrest Substation in Elmira, enhancing service reliability for thousands.
In total, NYSEG completed 216 projects totaling $378 million since May 2023.
RG&E project highlights:
- Expansion of Station 56, boosting grid reliability for over 19,000 customers in Pittsford.
- $23 million modernization of Station 43 in Rochester, serving more than 6,000 customers.
- A new $23 million substation in Sodus replaced equipment dating back to 1966.
RG&E completed 49 capital projects with more than $203 million in investments over the same period.
Long-term commitment to grid modernization
The recently completed projects are part of a larger $2.4 billion total investment by NYSEG and RG&E since 2023, which includes routine maintenance, compliance upgrades, safety programs, smart meter installations, and customer service improvements.
“Our work is far from over,” said Patricia Nilsen, president and CEO of NYSEG and RG&E. “The demand for energy continues to grow and we have to ensure the resiliency of our grid. We will continue to modernize our system to meet current and future needs.”
Billions more coming through 2030
Parent company Avangrid plans to invest $7 billion into the New York grid by 2030. Upgrades planned for completion in 2025 include substation and line improvements across key divisions including Canandaigua, Binghamton, Geneva, Mechanicville, Lancaster, Rochester, Webster, and Hornell.
These large-scale investments aim to:
- Strengthen infrastructure resilience
- Improve energy reliability during extreme weather events
- Support electrification and clean energy adoption
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations
Key takeaway
NYSEG and RG&E’s recent infrastructure investments reflect a long-term commitment to delivering safe, dependable power to New Yorkers. As energy demands evolve, these upgrades play a crucial role in preparing the grid for a more resilient, sustainable future.
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