March 6, 2013: New York Invests in CHP to Generate On-Site Power and Heat During Grid Outages
ALBANY, N.Y. — Gov. Andrew Cuomo has announced $20 million in funding to support combined heat and power (CHP) projects that will provide continuous on-site power and heat during grid power outages. These projects are in support of recommendations made by the governor’s NYS 2100 Commission in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. These CHP projects are intended to provide manufacturers, apartment buildings, hospitals, universities, and other large buildings the ability to produce a portion of their own electricity and heat.
“Investing in combined heat and power technology will help keep our electric grid reliable and efficient, and make our businesses more competitive,” said Cuomo. “In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, we have learned the value and importance of having clean energy technologies like CHP in place that will keep the lights on and systems running for our residents and businesses.”