Niagara's Power: Hydropower at Scale | Albany News

Harnessing the raw power of Niagara Falls, New York’s largest electricity producer has been spinning turbines for 65 years, generating 10% of the state’s hydropower and serving as a reliable renewable energy backbone. Over 748,000 gallons of water surge through turbines every second, converted into electricity that powers millions—especially when the sun’s down or the wind’s still. Now, a $1.2 billion upgrade is transforming the facility with cutting-edge tech to boost efficiency and ensure decades of dependable power. Explore its legacy at the free Niagara Power Vista exhibit, where science meets spectacle. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5b44bdad3aa61295