Initial results from study of weather’s impact on energy security show relatively low short-term risk
The study’s first set of results examine winter 2027.
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Winter 2022/2023 recap: Wholesale prices drop during warm season marked by cold snaps
The period from December through February averaged 5°F warmer than normal. Meanwhile, electricity demand dropped by 4% compared to last winter.
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ISO advances modeling of solar, wind energy output
ISO New England recently added additional data points that will help more accurately predict the impact of BTM PV on the regional power grid.
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ISO-NE rolls out enhancements to report on 21-day energy supply forecast
The assessment examines whether the region’s electricity supply could fall below forecasted consumer demand and required operating reserves during any hour in the upcoming three-week period.
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Exercise simulating extreme cold weather and energy shortages helps the ISO, region’s utilities prepare
The organizations discussed preventive measures and emergency response strategy during a tabletop exercise held in Westborough, Massachusetts.
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New England’s power grid operates reliably during six-day July heat wave
Peak demand for electricity from the grid topped 23,000 MW on four days from July 19-24, but remained slightly below ISO New England’s forecast for average summer weather.
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ISO-NE launches effort to quantify energy supply risks associated with extreme weather events
ISO New England is collaborating with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) to perform a probabilistic energy security study.
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A primer on ISO-NE’s 21-day forecast for New England’s energy supplies
The outlook is designed to improve situational awareness for New England’s market participants, regulators, government officials, and other stakeholders.
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U.S. Sen. Angus King to keynote public forum on ISO-NE’s 2021 Regional System Plan
A panel discussion will focus on preparing the power grid for extreme weather.
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Significant price variation on May 18 highlights operational challenges of operating the grid during spring and fall
Real-time prices ranged from a high of $758.88 MWh in the northeastern Massachusetts and Boston pricing zone to a low …
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