Batteries Hidden Across New York Give the City a Backup Boost

摘要

As a coastal city that’s seen several devastating weather events cripple its power grid, New Yorkneeds more reliable energy sources. MicroGrid Networks LLC, a clean-energy system developer, isbuilding the infrastructure for a more resilient grid. To start, the company will bring eight projectsin three boroughs online by the end of 2021, representing a $96 million investment. That covers allcosts, from identifying and securing land in Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island, permits, andequipment for construction to operating the system and providing services. Chief Executive OfficerMontgomery Bannerman says the project will deliver environmental and energy cost benefits andlots of jobs.