In a significant development for New York’s power infrastructure, GE Vernova has been contracted to design and construct two synchronous condenser sites at substations in Coffeen and Taylorville, upstate New York. The project, part of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), will enhance grid stability and help meet the state’s ambitious decarbonization targets.

At each substation, GE Vernova will install three synchronous condenser machines along with Prolec GE generator step-up (GSU) transformers. These systems are essential for managing reactive power and voltage levels, ensuring reliable electricity supply. By increasing the short-circuit strength of the grid, the project will reduce the risk of power outages and enable the integration of renewable energy sources, which is key to reducing carbon emissions.

Olivier Ruiz, Regional General Manager for Grid Systems Integration at GE Vernova, highlighted the importance of these projects. "These substations are expected to significantly enhance grid stability and reliability, which is crucial for supporting New York's low-carbon transition," Ruiz stated.

The Coffeen site is scheduled for completion in August 2028, with the Taylorville site expected in March 2029.

Source: gevernova.com