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Summer '09 Outlook
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Summer 2009 Energy Outlook
ISO New England (ISO-NE) -- the independent service operator charged with overseeing the generation and transmission of electricity in the region -- is forecasting that adequate supplies will be available to meet demand for energy this summer. However, local transmission constraints, extremely hot days or unexpected transmission or generation outages could require the implementation of emergency measures to help maintain power system reliability.
"Peak electricity demand could reach 27,875 megawatts (MW) under normal weather conditions this summer, while the region currently has resources totaling 33,700 MW. New England power plants will be able to supply about 31,225 MW of electricity, and more than 1,900 MW of demand-response resourcesload management and on-site generatorscan be called on to reduce consumption if supplies start to get tight. The region’s energy efficiency programs are also helping to reduce demand, with about 500 MW participating by this summer."
- ISO-NE Press Release 4/29/09
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