For almost 70 years, the Danskammer Generating Station has been part of New York’s energy landscape, as well as the Town of Newburgh’s economy and community. Danskammer has been producing electricity to meet the energy demands of our communities; powering our homes, schools, hospitals, and businesses.
We are proud of our mission and our people. Danskammer employs approximately 40 local employees with good paying jobs and has an annual payroll of $5 million. Additionally, Danskammer spends approximately $12 million annually in the local community on goods and services.
Danskammer Energy, LLC is a leader in the energy industry that has an established track record of success developing and managing energy production resources.
History
1947
Central Hudson installs power lines.
1949
Ground is broken on the Danskammer Generating Station
1950
Coal conveyor belts are built.
1951
The Danskammer Generating Station is opened and produces power for the first time.
1954-1965
Units 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 are completed and come online. Units 5 & 6 are the emergency generators, added sometime after the first blackout in the mid 1960s.
2014
After Hurricane Sandy, the plant is renovated and reopened. Danskammer permanently ceases the use of coal and relies on natural gas for its energy production.
2019-2020
Danskammer seeks to modernize its facilities and retire old units. The Danskammer Energy Center will greatly reduce emissions and provide reliable energy to the Lower Hudson Valley.
