BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Gov. Kathy Hochul is continuing to look into the State Power Authority’s plan to develop at least one gigawatt of nuclear-fuel capacity in Upstate New York.
New developments include an appeal that will provide up to $40 million in workforce support and a request for experienced nuclear developers and statewide nuclear workforce training.
“Nearly a year ago, I called on the Power Authority to lay the groundwork for the next era of emissions-free power in New York as part of my all-of-the-above approach to energy,” Hochul said. “The solicitations announced today will help ensure New York is poised to lead the nation in new nuclear development, that along with renewables, will provide needed power in the face of increasing demand to keep the lights on while helping keep costs down.”…