The midday solar trough deepens and evening peak rises as electrification reshapes NYISO's hourly price profile

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Source: Modo Energy Q1 2026 NYISO Forecast

Note: Hours in Eastern Prevailing Time (EST for winter, EDT for summer). Winter is Nov-Mar, summer is Jun-Aug.

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