Con Edison workers win awards from Electric Power Research Institute

Two dozen Con Edison employees were honored with the Technology Transfer Award from the Electric Power Research Institute.

The 24 honorees were cited for their work to improve electrical service, enhance worker and public safety, and help energy companies fend off cyberattacks.

“Seeing so many of our people recognized with this coveted award for such a wide range of projects is gratifying,” Tim Cawley, president of Con Edison, said. “It’s a tribute to the devotion our women and men have to providing safe, reliable service to our customers. They apply their talents and intellect every day to serve the residents and businesses in New York City and Westchester County that depend on us.”

The winners were honored for their work on six different projects. On one of them, a team found radio frequency emission levels from electric smart meters were well within the safety standards set by the Federal Communications Commission and a European regulatory agency.

On another, three engineers found that cell sites on electric transmission towers can lead to corrosion on underground wiring. Also, two Con Edison safety experts helped the company establish ergonomic strategies that reduced injuries among workers.

For another, an engineer applied new technology to substation transformers that helped the transformers stay dry. Also, a Con Edison cyber expert applied security protections that were designed for specific Con Edison equipment and systems.

An executive led a Con Edison team that studied the potential benefits of electrification in reducing carbon emissions.

Con Edison delivers electricity, natural gas, and steam to 3.5 million customers in New York City and Westchester County.