Overview
Pine Island is an operational electrical substation in New York, United States, owned and operated by Orange & Rockland. It operates at 34.5 kV, serving the local grid.
Pine Island is an electrical substation located in New York, United States, owned and operated by Orange & Rockland. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission voltages for local use. The substation operates at a voltage of 34.5 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure. As part of the U.S. grid, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for wholesale electricity markets and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards to ensure grid stability. Orange & Rockland serves approximately 300,000 customers in southeastern New York and northern New Jersey. Pine Island substation contributes to the reliability of the local distribution network, supporting residential and commercial electricity needs in the region.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of New York, near the Pine Island region. Its operation involves electromagnetic fields and potential oil leakage from transformers, though modern substations are designed with containment measures. The site's proximity to natural habitats may require adherence to local environmental regulations regarding noise and wildlife protection.
Frequently asked questions
Pine Island substation is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 41.286359, -74.455065.
Pine Island substation operates at a voltage of 34.5 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure.
Pine Island substation is owned and operated by Orange & Rockland, a utility serving customers in southeastern New York and northern New Jersey.
In the United States, substations must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations to ensure grid stability and safety.
Substations transform voltage levels for transmission or distribution, and serve as switching points to route power and isolate faults, ensuring reliable electricity delivery.