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Editorial | Heatwave shows NYC needs to plug into solar power
A severe heatwave in New York City exposed vulnerabilities in the city's electrical infrastructure, prompting Con Edison to manage outages and reduce voltage for thousands of customers. The article highlights Con Edison's $30 billion grid upgrade plan and advocates for expanded solar power adoption to address growing electricity demand and grid resilience.
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