Energy

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3585: Enacts the state and local clean energy partnership

Enacts the "state and local clean energy partnership", directing the public service commission to establish a standard New York state community choice aggregation program for all utility service territories.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes community choice aggregation for clean energy, promoting renewable sourcing and reducing fossil fuel reliance through state-mandated utility program.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes state-wide clean energy aggregation program to promote renewable energy adoption and reduce emissions95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Utility Regulation

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7728: Relates to standard utility interconnection of sub-transmission lines for particular projects

This bill (A 7728) allows renewable energy projects (like solar or wind farms) to connect directly to utility distribution systems at the sub-transmission level, rather than only at lower voltage levels. It requires these projects to meet all existing state and federal requirements, but streamlines the interconnection process to match the standard method used for higher-voltage transmission connections. This change directly affects renewable energy developers and utilities by making it easier for certain projects to connect to the grid, potentially reducing costs and delays for qualifying distributed generation. The bill amends the energy law to override conflicting rules, effective immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyStreamlines interconnection for renewable projects (solar/wind), removing voltage barriers to accelerate grid integration of clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill streamlines interconnection for renewable energy projects, promoting clean energy development and reducing barriers to environmental protection.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Transmission

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1528: Establishes a tax on carbon-based fuels

S 1528 establishes a tax on carbon-based fuels like coal, natural gas, and petroleum, imposed on fuel distributors and utilities based on carbon dioxide emissions. The tax starts at $35 per ton of carbon dioxide equivalent and increases by $15 annually to a maximum of $185 per ton. Revenue from the tax funds a dedicated "Carbon Dioxide Emissions Fund," with 60% returned as tax credits to low-to-moderate income residents (below 115% of area median income) and 40% allocated to clean energy transition, mass transit, and climate adaptation projects. The bill requires annual reporting by distributors and utilities and mandates public reporting on tax adjustments to address inflation and climate goals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes carbon tax but directs 60% revenue to tax credits for low-to-moderate income residents, providing direct tax relief and funding clean energy transit as a public service.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill imposes carbon tax on fossil fuels and allocates 40% of revenue to clean energy transit, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentImposes carbon tax on fuels with revenue funding clean energy transit and low-income credits, directly reducing emissions and promoting environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates 40% of carbon tax revenue to 'clean energy transit,' directly funding transportation infrastructure improvements per bill summary.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Coal Oil & Gas Renewable Energy Public Transit Transportation Funding

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1106: Relates to directing the public service commission to evaluate hydrogen, sewage thermal energy, and nuclear small modular reactors as renewable energy sources

Directs the public service commission to evaluate hydrogen, sewage thermal energy, and nuclear small modular reactors as renewable energy sources and report the results of such evaluation to the governor and the legislature.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly directs evaluation of hydrogen, sewage thermal, and nuclear SMRs as renewable sources, advancing clean energy classification and development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEvaluates hydrogen, sewage thermal, and nuclear SMRs as renewable, promoting clean energy adoption for environmental protection85% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear Pipeline Infrastructure Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3339: Enacts the geothermal education and outreach (GEO) act

Directs NYSERDA to develop a geothermal education and outreach program to provide guidelines, planning, and financial support for qualified school districts that wish to convert to a geothermal energy system as their primary source of energy.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides financial support for school districts to adopt geothermal energy systems, improving school infrastructure funding per bill's financial support for qualified districts.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyDirectly funds geothermal adoption in schools, promoting renewable energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel reliance through NYSERDA's outreach program.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes geothermal energy adoption in schools, advancing clean energy use and reducing fossil fuel reliance through NYSERDA's education program.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1266: Creates the hospital and multiple dwelling energy loan fund

This bill (A 1266) creates a state-funded loan program to help hospitals and multi-unit residential buildings (like apartment complexes) reduce energy costs through low-interest loans or interest rate reductions. Eligible projects must first undergo an energy audit and focus on efficiency upgrades or renewable technologies (e.g., solar, efficient HVAC). At least 60% of annual loan funds must support facilities in economically distressed areas, with loans capped at $100,000 and interest rate reductions up to 4% for up to 10 years. The program, managed by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, aims to lower operating costs for these facilities statewide.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates state-funded loan program for energy efficiency in hospitals/apartments, targeting distressed areas with budget allocation for essential infrastructure upgrades.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds energy efficiency and renewable tech upgrades (solar, HVAC) for buildings via low-interest loans, prioritizing distressed areas per bill's focus on renewable technologies and efficiency.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds energy efficiency and renewable projects (solar, HVAC) to reduce energy consumption, directly promoting environmental conservation and clean energy adoption per bill's focus on efficiency upgrades and renewables.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Energy Efficiency Solar

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passed · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 2484: Directs the state energy planning board to conduct a study on time frames for preparing renewable energy facilities for clean energy storage and distribution

Directs the state energy planning board to conduct a study on time frames for replacing or upgrading battery energy storage systems at renewable energy facilities in preparation for clean energy storage and distribution across the state.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyDirects study on renewable energy storage upgrades, advancing clean energy infrastructure preparation and distribution readiness.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDirects study on renewable energy storage infrastructure for clean energy distribution, advancing environmental protection through clean energy promotion and grid modernization.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Resilience Energy Storage Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2596: Establishes new targets for offshore wind electricity generation

Establishes new targets for offshore wind electricity generation; includes the requirements that there is at least 15 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2040, at least 18 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2045 and at least 20 gigawatts of offshore wind electricity generation by 2050.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill sets binding offshore wind targets (15GW by 2040), directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill sets binding offshore wind targets (15-20 GW by 2050), directly promoting renewable energy expansion to reduce emissions and advance climate goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Wind

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passed · New York · Senate May 13, 2026

S 2476: Requires the chair of the public service commission create rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for the creation of a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program

Requires the chair of the public service commission create rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for the creation of a resilient electric vehicle charging system pilot program to provide power through an extended outage.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates EV charging infrastructure pilot program, directly advancing renewable energy adoption and clean transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates EV charging infrastructure, supporting clean energy adoption and reduced transportation emissions80% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationPromotes sustainable transportation infrastructure by establishing EV charging pilot program for resilience during outages, aligning with transportation policy goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Resilience Utility Regulation Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7751: Directs the public service commission to modify the objectives of the Clean Energy Fund for reductions of air pollution, and relating to the value of distributed energy resources

Directs the public service commission to modify the objectives of the Clean Energy Fund for reductions of air pollution including oxides of nitrogen, sulfur dioxide and particulate matter; relates to the value of distributed energy resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs Clean Energy Fund modifications to reduce air pollution (NOx, SO2, particulates) and values distributed energy resources, advancing clean energy infrastructure goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDirects Clean Energy Fund modifications to reduce specific air pollutants (NOx, SO2, particulates), advancing pollution control and clean energy objectives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Utility Regulation Air Quality

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