Relates to the New York power authority's conferral process
What changed between versions
Creates a new State Energy Planning Board with representatives from multiple state agencies and establishes two regional planning councils (Downstate and Upstate) to gather community input on energy planning.
Changes the New York Power Authority's reporting requirements from annual reports to at least three public reports per year on renewable energy strategic planning, with public comment periods and hearings.
Requires the Power Authority to maintain a public dashboard on its website showing progress on renewable energy implementation.
Reorganizes the statutory structure of the Power Authority's conferral process, changing from paragraph (d) to paragraph (e) and adding new subparagraphs for public reporting requirements.
Requires the State Energy Planning Board to establish regional planning councils that solicit input from local governments, utilities, labor unions, and community organizations.