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Closure of Indian Point Sparks Debate Over NYC Energy Future

3/3/2026

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Indian Point Energy Center supplied 25% of New York City's electricity before its 2021 closure.
Critics, including Rob Astorino, former Westchester County Executive, say the shutdown was a strategic error that raised emissions.
State Sen. Dan Stec labeled the decision politically motivated.
Some defenders cite safety concerns to justify the closure.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, then lieutenant governor, distanced herself and plans to replace Indian Point's output with Quebec hydro.

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Indian Point Energy Center supplied 25% of New York City's electricity before its 2021 closure.
Critics, including Rob Astorino, former Westchester County Executive, say the shutdown was a strategic error that raised emissions.
State Sen. Dan Stec labeled the decision politically motivated.
Some defenders cite safety concerns to justify the closure.
Gov. Kathy Hochul, then lieutenant governor, distanced herself and plans to replace Indian Point's output with Quebec hydro.