We don’t often think about where our electricity comes from when we flip a switch or plug in a charger, but it powers nearly every aspect of our daily lives. It’s easy to take our electric grid for granted until something goes wrong. But the reality is that our grid is aging, overburdened, and must be modernized to keep up with today’s demands. If we don’t act now, we’re risking power outages, higher energy costs, and unreliable service.
This isn’t just a problem here in New York—it’s a national one. Across the country, much of our electric transmission system was built decades ago, designed for a time before all our devices needed to be charged, electric vehicles, and smart technology. As our energy needs evolved, our grid hasn’t kept pace. Without the necessary upgrades and build out, we could be dealing with blackouts, power failures, and an outdated system that just can’t deliver the reliable service we need.
