Press Releases

Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY) commends Governor Andrew M. Cuomo for his nomination of Audrey Zibelman to the New York Public Service Commission (PSC) and for his recognition of the expertise she will bring to New York. IPPNY also congratulates Ms. Zibelman, whose many years of experience in all areas of the electric industry, especially regarding competitive markets, will make her a notable addition to the PSC.

Gavin J. Donohue, President & CEO of the Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY), said "IPPNY supports the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from all sectors and the ongoing development of a fair and appropriate national program. New York already has seen significant environmental improvements from independent power producers over the last decade. We look forward to working with Governor Cuomo's Administration to ensure that the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative's allowance auction proceeds are invested further to reduce emissions from the power plant sector even more than the significant accomplishments to date through areas such as innovative carbon dioxide abatement methods and renewable and non-carbon dioxide emitting technologies."

The Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY) today filed with the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) its Brief on Exceptions in response to the Recommended Decision issued in the PSC's Article VII Transmission Line Siting proceeding on the Champlain Hudson Power Express, Inc.'s (CHPE) application for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need to construct a transmission line from Canada to New York City.

Albany, N.Y., 1/7/13 - Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY) is ready for the 2013 Legislative Session, spotlighting its unique and diverse membership, its legislative priorities, and opportunities for investments as a foundation for the state's economic growth. IPPNY's focus for this year includes support of policies that further the trade association's mission of promoting fair, fully competitive electric markets in New York State and the importance of a diverse fuel supply to maintain the state's electric system reliability.

Albany, NY 12/28/12 - Throughout the Article VII Transmission line siting proceeding at the Public Service Commission, the Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY) established that the Champlain Hudson Power Express (CHPE) project is not needed for system reliability, does not address existing transmission constraints, is uneconomic (meaning its costs will exceed its anticipated benefits) and does not advance several important state policy goals, including creating in-state jobs and promoting in-state renewable resources. Through expert economic analysis, IPPNY clearly demonstrated that the project, if certified, will ultimately prove detrimental to New York's consumers and to the state as a whole.

The Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY) today filed with the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC) its final brief in opposition to Champlain Hudson Power Express, Inc.'s (CHPE) application for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need to construct a proposed transmission line from Canada to New York City. During the Project's Article VII Transmission Line Siting proceeding at the PSC, IPPNY has demonstrated critical pitfalls concerning the economics of the Project and the associated risk to New York State residents and businesses. New York's energy marketplace simply cannot provide sufficient revenues to support the unneeded and uneconomic transmission line, meaning the Project would require significant subsidies to be built and become operational.

On behalf of the Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc., a trade association representing companies involved in the development of electric generating facilities, the generation, sale and marketing of electric power, and the transmission of natural gas in the State of New York, we are here to represent the interest of our Members in voicing our opposition to this proposed project. IPPNY Member companies produce more than 75 percent of the state's electric power, and are large employers with more than 10,000 individuals and taxpayers working to support and bolster the New York State economy.

Albany, N.Y., 1/4/12 - The Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY) commends Governor Andrew M. Cuomo for recognizing the vital role of energy and infrastructure improvement as it relates to economic development in New York State.

Albany, NY., 8/11/11 - The Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY) is urging the NYS Public Service Commission (PSC) to accept Covanta Energy Corporation's petition to include Energy from Waste (EfW) as an eligible renewable technology under New York's Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS).

Albany, N.Y., 6/22/11 - The Independent Power Producers of New York, Inc. (IPPNY) supports Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the Legislature's agreement to a new power plant siting law, and appreciates their extraordinary effort to hammer out a deal. The Governor's Program Bill marks the end of over an 8-year period without such a law in place. This legislation is an improvement over previous proposed versions, as it provides a single permitting process that can be completed in one year. The law recognizes the importance of a power plant siting process as a key component of competitive electricity markets.