Energy

in committee · New York · Assembly May 15, 2026

A 541: Relates to developing microgrids in preparation for extreme weather events and other risks to public security

Establishes a program to develop microgrids that are capable of providing an uninterrupted supply of power to one or more community outage assets through an extended electric distribution outage.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes microgrid program for resilient energy infrastructure during outages, aligning with clean energy infrastructure investment and reliability goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Resilience

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1904: Requires car registration forms to display the label "qualified hybrid vehicle" and the estimated MPG of such vehicle as calculated by the EPA

Requires applicants for registration of hybrid vehicles to submit proof of the make, model and model year of the motor vehicle for which registration is being applied, to the commissioner; establishes that after such proof is submitted, certificates of registration shall display the markings "qualified hybrid vehicle" and such vehicle's US EPA highway fuel economy rating of 45 mpg or more.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes energy efficiency by requiring EPA-rated 45+ MPG hybrid vehicle labeling, encouraging adoption of fuel-efficient transportation per EPA standards.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentLabels hybrid vehicles with EPA fuel efficiency ratings (45+ mpg), promoting consumer awareness of low-emission vehicles to encourage adoption and reduce emissions.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires labeling hybrid vehicles with EPA MPG, promoting sustainable transportation adoption through transparent fuel efficiency information.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

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in committee · New York · Assembly Mar 6, 2026

A 472: Establishes the "clean fuel standard of 2026"

Establishes the "clean fuel standard of 2026"; provides such standard is intended to reduce greenhouse gas intensity from the on-road transportation sector, with further reductions to be implemented based upon advances in technology.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates clean fuel standard to reduce GHG intensity in transportation, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence per its summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates cleaner fuel standards to reduce transportation sector greenhouse gas emissions, directly advancing climate protection goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationReduces greenhouse gas intensity in on-road transportation via clean fuel standards, directly advancing sustainable transportation goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Climate Change Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1346: Enacts the New York photovoltaic module stewardship and take-back program act

Relates to enacting the "New York photovoltaic module stewardship and take-back program act"; provides that the department of environmental conservation shall develop guidance for a photovoltaic module stewardship and take-back program to guide manufacturers in preparing and implementing a self-directed program to ensure the convenient, safe, and environmentally sound take-back and recycling of photovoltaic modules and their components and materials; establishes the photovoltaic module recycling account for the purpose of paying all costs of the department of environmental conservation for management and administration of the New York photovoltaic module stewardship and take-back program.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates recycling program for solar (photovoltaic) modules, supporting renewable energy infrastructure lifecycle management and environmental sustainability.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes mandatory recycling program for solar panels to prevent environmental harm from disposal, promoting sustainable waste management in clean energy sector95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar Conservation Recycling

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 4357: Authorizes vocational training, where practicable, to incarcerated individuals on the installation of solar hot water systems for the provision of hot water to correctional facilities

Authorizes vocational training, where practicable, to incarcerated individuals on the installation of solar hot water systems for the provision of hot water to correctional facilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeAuthorizes vocational training for incarcerated individuals, promoting rehabilitation and reducing recidivism through skills development in solar systems installation - directly aligns with criminal justice reform indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill authorizes vocational training for installing solar hot water systems in correctional facilities, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure through solar adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes clean energy use via solar installations in facilities, reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Solar

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2557: Provides an exemption from state sales tax for energy star appliances and grants municipalities the option to provide such exemption

This bill (S 2557) exempts sales of Energy Star-certified appliances (including washers, refrigerators, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers) from New York state sales tax. It directly affects consumers purchasing these qualifying appliances, reducing their upfront cost. Municipalities may choose to adopt this exemption through local resolutions, though they are not required to do so. The exemption applies to new purchases only (not rentals or repairs) and expires on April 1, 2031.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts Energy Star appliances from state sales tax, providing direct tax relief to consumers purchasing energy-efficient products, aligning with tax relief indicators for middle-income households.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts Energy Star appliances from sales tax, reducing costs for energy-efficient product purchases and directly promoting energy efficiency as defined in the topic.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExempts Energy Star appliances from sales tax, promoting energy efficiency and reducing emissions through consumer incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Sales Tax

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in committee · New York · Assembly Sep 8, 2025

A 3784: Relates to bioheating fuel requirements

Relates to bioheating fuel requirements; allows B100 or B99 biofuel and R100 or R99 renewable fuel to be used to blend with or replace fossil heating oil in order to create bioheating fuel.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAllows renewable biofuels (B100/B99, R100/R99) to replace fossil heating oil, promoting renewable energy use and reducing fossil fuel dependence.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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failed · New York · Assembly May 18, 2026

A 8328: Prohibits a battery energy storage system on Long Island

Provides that the future siting and construction of battery energy storage systems and related facilities, systems, infrastructure, and substations of any scale and possessing any storage capacity, and including, but not limited to, those deploying lithium-ion batteries, are prohibited on Long Island, in the counties of Suffolk and Nassau.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProhibits battery storage systems, critical for renewable energy integration, directly blocking infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7769: Establishes the distributed generation for community solar siting commission

Establishes the nine member distributed generation for community solar siting commission to examine the reasons for delays in the siting of community solar projects, identify those causes and examine solutions to accelerate development; makes related provisions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates commission to accelerate community solar project development, directly promoting renewable energy infrastructure advancement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2569: Authorizes the use of cool roofs on new or substantially renovated state-owned buildings

Authorizes the use of cool roofs on new construction or substantially renovated state-owned buildings; relates to establishing the state green building construction act.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCool roofs reduce building cooling energy use, directly promoting energy efficiency in state buildings per green construction standards.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCool roofs reduce building energy consumption and emissions, advancing environmental protection through green building standards as specified in the bill's purpose.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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