Overview
Alcoa ME Substation is an operational electrical substation in the United States, owned and operated by Met-Ed. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Alcoa ME Substation is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, owned and operated by Met-Ed. The facility operates at a voltage level of 69 kV, which classifies it as a medium-voltage substation typical of distribution-level infrastructure in the region. As a substation within the Pennsylvania-New Jersey-Maryland (PJM) Interconnection, Alcoa ME Substation adheres to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations. The 69 kV voltage level is common for sub-transmission and distribution networks, serving industrial, commercial, and residential loads. The substation plays a role in maintaining grid stability and reliability for the surrounding area. Its operational status ensures continued power delivery, supporting local economic activities and community needs. The facility's location in Pennsylvania places it within a well-regulated electrical infrastructure network with established maintenance and safety protocols.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a region with a temperate climate, where seasonal weather variations can impact electrical infrastructure. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a distribution-level facility, which typically has a lower environmental footprint compared to high-voltage transmission lines.
Frequently asked questions
Alcoa ME Substation is located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 40.293248 N, -76.374400 W. It is owned and operated by Met-Ed.
Alcoa ME Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution networks.
Alcoa ME Substation is operated by Met-Ed, a utility company serving parts of Pennsylvania.
As part of the US electrical grid, Alcoa ME Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and safety.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down voltage from transmission lines to distribution levels, serving local industrial, commercial, and residential customers.