Requires certain construction project contracts to include siting of renewable energy systems, qualified energy storage systems, or electric major utility transmission facilities

The requirement to include siting for 'solar energy arrays' was changed to include 'renewable energy systems,' 'qualified energy storage systems,' and 'electric major utility transmission facilities'.

New definitions were added referencing specific sections of the Public Service Law to define the newly included renewable energy systems, energy storage systems, and transmission facilities.

A new requirement was added mandating that the department or development corporation must issue a brief written determination explaining the reasons if a project cannot accommodate the siting of these energy resources.

A new provision allows the department to consult with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority or other relevant agencies when considering the siting of these facilities.