N.Y. Considers New Fossil Generation as Renewables Lag

Draft Update of Energy Plan Acknowledges Difficulty Meeting Decarbonization Goals

The fossil-fired Ravenswood Generating Station is the largest power plant in New York City.

The fossil-fired Ravenswood Generating Station is the largest power plant in New York City. | Shutterstock

As it updates its energy to reflect new challenges to decarbonization, New York is contemplating what until recently seemed improbable: new fossil-fired generation.