ConEd plans 28 new substations by 2035 to support electrification

New York's largest utility is building out transmission infrastructure to handle increased demand from electrified heating, transportation, and industrial loads under state climate mandates.

First covered Aug 12, 2026 · 8:46 AM PT · 1 article

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23h Utility Dive ConEd plans 28 new substations by 2035 — The New York-based utility company is pursuing growth through electrification, in alignment with city and state climate policies, it said last week.

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Appeared in: 2026-08-13 (#18)

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