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Hochul Orders Development of 1GW Nuclear Plant in Upstate New York

New York is tapping its power authority to plan a zero-emission reactor to keep energy costs low as tech demand surges

A cooling tower at the Constellation Nine Mile Point Nuclear Station in Scriba, New York, on Tuesday, May 9, 2023. The state is set to build another 1 gigawatt of nuclear power.
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Overview

  • The New York Power Authority will lead planning and siting decisions for an advanced reactor designed to supply at least one gigawatt of electricity.
  • Hochul says the plant will deliver zero-emission baseload power as aging fossil fuel units are phased out.
  • The announcement follows the 2021 closure of Indian Point, which increased New York’s reliance on gas-fired generation.
  • Officials estimate the project will create about 1,600 construction jobs and 1,200 permanent positions.
  • President Trump signed executive orders in May to fast-track reactor permits, setting the stage for streamlined federal approvals.