Tag: NYPA

Boating open ay NYPA reservoirs

Apr. 25—The New York Power Authority has reopened the lower and upper reservoirs for the season to recreational boating at the Blenheim-Gilboa Pumped Storage Power Project. Both fishing areas were recently enhanced with picnic tables and portable bathrooms , according to a NYPA news release. Use of the upper reservoir is limited to rowboats, canoes, […]

NYPA to host ‘Earth Rocks’ in North Blenheim

Apr. 17—The New York Power Authority will host its “Earth Rocks” event, a free community celebration of Earth Day composed of family-friendly activities at the visitors center for the Blenheim-Gilboa Pumped Storage Power Project from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 20. According to a NYPA news release, activities and offerings include free pollinator […]

NACC set to receive $1M from NYPA power proceeds

Mar. 28—The Niagara Arts and Cultural Center has been awarded $1 million in New York Power Authority power proceeds funding toward its restoration. The $8.5 million restoration project includes upgrading the NACC’s Legacy Theatre, restrooms, and energy infrastructure. The work is also being supported by a $4 million capital grant from the Regional Economic Community […]

NYPA offering paid internships to prepare students for utility careers

Feb. 10—WHITE PLAINS — The New York Power Authority is giving interns a taste of real-world scenarios as part of its Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) initiative. “Last summer we had 40 paid interns, increasing the total number of interns to 82 since the program began in 2021,” Environmental Justice Manager Alexandra […]

NYPA helping to ‘EVolve’ car-buying habits

Feb. 3—New York Power Authority officials are urging those thinking about buying an electric vehicle to stop by this weekend’s Buffalo Auto Show. State experts will be on hand to discuss rebates for new electric car purchases or leases. A new interactive kiosk will help visitors locate public fast chargers and map out New York […]

NYPA helping to ‘EVolve’ car-buying habits

Feb. 3—New York Power Authority officials are urging those thinking about buying an electric vehicle to stop by this weekend’s Buffalo Auto Show. State experts will be on hand to discuss rebates for new electric car purchases or leases. A new interactive kiosk will help visitors locate public fast chargers and map out New York […]

NYPA, state Canal Corp’s lighting program wins international award

Dec. 28—The New York Power Authority (NYPA) and the New York State Canal Corp. have announced that the Reimagine the Canals initiative has been internationally recognized with a prestigious LIT Lighting Design Award for the illumination of infrastructure along the New York State Canal system. The Office for Visual Interaction, a New York City-based architectural […]