Ep. 37: How NYISO Grid Operators Prepare for Winter Weather, with VP of Operations Aaron Markham

As temperatures drop, New Yorkers turn up their thermostats and demand for electricity rises. In anticipation of the cold season, the NYISO Operations team develops a winter preparedness report that evaluates the ability of the grid to meet demand on the coldest days of the year. The NYISO’s 2024-25 Winter Assessment considers load forecast, the capacity of generators, the transmission system, and the availability of fuels that power fossil-fuel generators across the state. This year’s Wi...