Where Does New York City Get Its Electricity?

Where does New York City actually get the electricity that keeps millions of homes, offices, subways, and skyscrapers running? The answer stretches far beyond the five boroughs. NYC is connected to a massive regional power grid, with electricity traveling from generating stations across New York and beyond — including a major new connection carrying hydroelectric power hundreds of miles from Canada. In this episode of Take Rate Research, we follow the journey electricity takes from where it’s generated to the buildings of New York City. Subscribe for short documentaries explaining the hidden systems behind ordinary life. #NewYorkCity #Electricity #Infrastructure #Energy #NYC