We will support Con Edison's 3G System of the Future initiative
Our current grid was designed during the 1920s. Today, parts of that original system are still in use-and the way it functions remains fundamentally unchanged. But grid technologies are evolving around the world and new models have emerged in Tokyo, Paris, and London.

Con Edison initiated a state-of-the-art research and development project called the 3G System of the Future to study how to transform our network into a 21st century grid. This will include how to integrate advances in communications, computing and electronics to respond faster and more effectively to localized network problems and demand fluctuations.

This research and development will require a significant investment. The City will support funding requests by Con Edison to advance this research and improve reliability and service for New Yorkers.

Progress (as of 4/22/08):
On September 7, the City filed testimony in the Con Edison Electric rate case supporting research and development associated with the 3G System of the Future Initiative. Con Edison reports that the 3G System of the Future project continues to make progress in the areas of conceptual design, equipment development, and international benchmarking. New asset sharing plans for substations are being incorporated in a future substation design. The City will continue to participate in on-going negotiations, briefs and hearings regarding 3G between active parties in future Con Edison Electric rate cases and will continue to support investment into this program.