Energy

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8378: Relates to qualified energy storage systems

Relates to qualified energy storage systems; authorizes energy storage permitting under the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes permitting for energy storage systems under renewable energy siting, advancing clean energy infrastructure95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 16, 2025

S 7430: Directs the NY power authority to oversee mandated energy reduction efforts in state and public authority owned and managed buildings

This bill directs the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to oversee energy reduction efforts in state-owned and managed buildings. It mandates that most state agencies, departments, and public authorities ("affected state entities" or ASEs) collectively reduce their energy use by at least 20% from a 2018 baseline by April 1, 2031. NYPA will establish a Central Management and Implementation Team (CMIT) to provide oversight, guidance, and assistance to ASEs. ASEs are required to measure energy use, conduct audits for inefficient buildings, implement recommended efficiency improvements, and incorporate energy efficiency into capital project designs.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates 20% energy reduction in state buildings by 2031, advancing energy efficiency goals through NYPA oversight and measurable targets.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates 20% energy reduction in state buildings by 2031, directly reducing emissions and advancing environmental protection through energy efficiency requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2483: Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to increase clean energy distribution infrastructure

Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to increase clean energy distribution infrastructure to allow the state to reach peak clean energy consumption and distribution goals.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly directs increasing clean energy infrastructure to meet state goals, aligning with renewable energy advancement indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4395: Requires gas corporations and electric corporations in this state to file quarterly reports with the legislature regarding infrastructure upgrades

This bill requires gas and electric corporations operating in the state to submit quarterly reports to the legislature beginning October 1, 2025. The reports must detail completed infrastructure upgrades, ongoing projects, and planned future work - specifically highlighting efforts related to climate resilience, storm hardening, and infrastructure adaptation. Corporations must file these reports on January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1 of each year. The law directly affects all gas and electric utility companies within the state, mandating transparency on infrastructure investments without altering their operational requirements.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates reporting on infrastructure upgrades with focus on climate resilience and storm hardening, promoting resilient energy infrastructure development.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates reporting on climate resilience and storm hardening infrastructure upgrades, directly promoting transparency in environmental protection efforts by utilities.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3561: Enacts the "go green schools act" to assist school districts in converting to renewable energy systems

Enacts the "go green schools act" to assist school districts in converting to renewable energy sources as a primary source of energy; directs NYSERDA to conduct a study and make recommendations for such purpose.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill improves school infrastructure by requiring renewable energy conversion, aligning with educational facility enhancements per support indicators.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates school districts to convert to renewable energy as primary source and directs NYSERDA study for renewable adoption - clear renewable energy promotion.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates renewable energy conversion for schools, directly promoting clean energy adoption and reducing emissions per its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8877: Requires a fiscal note when a bill enacts or amends a law impacting the cost of utility services

This bill requires that any new or amended legislation affecting utility costs (like electricity or gas bills) must include a fiscal note. The note must estimate the annual cost to people paying these bills and explain where that estimate came from. It applies specifically to bills changing laws related to utility service costs for electric, gas, or combined utility providers. The goal is to provide clear financial impact information before such bills are considered.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires fiscal notes for utility cost bills, protecting consumers from unexpected expenses - aligns with consumer protection in energy policy.75% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5186: Relates to requiring gas pipeline facilities to accelerate the repair, rehabilitation, and replacement of equipment or pipelines that are leaking or at a high risk of leaking

Requires gas pipeline facilities to accelerate the repair, rehabilitation, and replacement of equipment or pipelines that are leaking or at a high risk of leaking; requires the public service commission to establish a standard definition and methodology for calculating and reporting unaccounted-for gas.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires pipeline repairs to reduce leaks and unaccounted gas, improving energy infrastructure efficiency and safety per bill summary.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates faster repairs of leaking gas pipelines to reduce methane emissions, a key environmental protection measure.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure Utility Regulation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8546: Establishes a grid modernization surcharge

Requires the public service commission establish a grid modernization surcharge imposed on utilities for the energy use of data centers and high-intensity data centers which meet a specified threshold of electricity or information-technology load; establishes the grid modernization fund to finance investments in system reliability, capacity expansion, and integration of clean energy resources.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new surcharge tax on utilities to fund grid modernization projects, directly generating revenue for infrastructure investments under fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates grid modernization fund to finance clean energy integration, system reliability, and capacity expansion through utility surcharge on high-energy data centers.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds grid modernization for clean energy integration, directly advancing environmental goals through clean energy promotion and system upgrades.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Electric Grid Renewable Energy Utility Regulation

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in committee · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 2086: Increases the statewide energy storage capacity

This bill amends New York's climate law to increase the statewide target for energy storage capacity from three to six gigawatts by 2030. It directly affects utilities and energy providers (load-serving entities) by requiring them to support this higher storage target alongside existing renewable energy goals. The bill updates specific sections of the public service law and environmental conservation law to reflect the new six-gigawatt storage requirement, aligning with the state's broader climate commitments. This change is part of New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) framework, which sets renewable energy and emissions reduction targets. The policy change is a concrete adjustment to existing targets, not a new program.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases energy storage target from 3 to 6 GW by 2030, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and climate goals per amended climate law.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases renewable energy storage target to 6GW by 2030, advancing climate goals and clean energy integration per amended climate law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Renewable Energy Climate Change Conservation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 217: Relates to carport-mounted solar energy system siting

Prohibits local governments from prohibiting the construction, installation, or operation of carport-mounted solar energy systems with a nameplate capacity of five megawatts or less, in any non-residential zoning district or mixed commercial and residential zoning district of any such city, town or village, provided however, if the zoning district is a certified agricultural district the agricultural impacts of the projects shall be minimized to the extent practicable.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill prohibits local bans on small-scale solar carport systems, removing barriers to renewable energy deployment in specified zones.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits local bans on small solar systems, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel reliance.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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