The New England Power Grid is Facing Some Challenges

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Northern Pass

As the merits of the Northern Pass Transmission project are discussed, its resultant reduction in carbon emissions is often highlighted. But, the project is also expected to have a positive impact on the overall reliability of the regional power grid. … Continue reading →

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Food for thought…

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Northern Pass

Natural Gas is the dominant source (> 40 percent) of electrical energy production in New England. It is currently cheap, due in part to a relatively new gas extraction technique known as “fracking.” A recent Cornell University study argues that … Continue reading →

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