Energy

passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 6570: Enacts the accelerate solar for affordable power (ASAP) act

Enacts the accelerate solar for affordable power (ASAP) act to set a new target for distributed solar energy capacity and direct the public service commission to advance reforms to the utility interconnection process to ensure timely and cost-effective integration of new distributed energy resources.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill sets solar capacity targets and reforms interconnection processes to accelerate renewable energy integration, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure per its title and summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Transmission

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died · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4672: Requires signage on state highways designating where there are zero-emission charging and refueling stations nearby

Requires signage on state highways designating where there is a zero-emission charging and refueling station that is open and available to the public within three miles of an exit or off-ramp.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires signage for zero-emission charging/refueling stations, directly promoting renewable energy infrastructure access and adoption of clean transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires signage for zero-emission charging/refueling stations, promoting EV adoption and reducing transportation emissions, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires signage for zero-emission charging stations on highways, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and EV adoption per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2172: Provides small businesses with grants to commercialize energy and environmental technology innovations in-state

Provides small businesses with grants of up to $100,000 to commercialize energy and environmental technology innovations and ideas in-state to stimulate economic development.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state budget funds via $100k grants to stimulate economic development through small business innovation, directly advancing public spending for economic growth.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides grants for commercializing energy/environmental tech, directly funding renewable energy innovation and infrastructure development per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds commercialization of environmental tech innovations, directly supporting clean energy development and environmental protection initiatives.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides grants to commercialize energy/environmental technology innovations, directly funding technology advancement in a specific sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Incentives Tags Small Business

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passed · New York · Senate Apr 22, 2026

S 1668: Relates to authorizing the New York state energy research and development authority to administer a program to provide grants related to enabling switching residences to electric heat pumps

Authorizes the New York state energy research and development authority to administer a program to provide grants or loans for the costs related to enabling switching residences with propane or fuel-oil heating systems to efficient electric heat pumps.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes grants to switch from fossil fuel heating (propane/fuel oil) to electric heat pumps, promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAuthorizes grants to switch from fossil fuel heating to electric heat pumps, reducing emissions and promoting clean energy adoption.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5992: Creates a small business electric energy tax credit

Creates a small business electric energy tax credit; specifies that the amount of credit shall be equal to the product of $0.02 per kilowatt hour; sets limit of no more than 19 full-time employees in New York state; determines that if the business is located at the primary residence of a sole proprietor, the business is not eligible for the tax credit.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit reducing small business tax liability, providing targeted tax relief for eligible entities per bill's explicit language and fiscal support indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates tax credit for small business electricity use, incentivizing energy consumption and supporting clean energy adoption through financial relief for eligible businesses.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax credit for electric energy use promotes clean energy adoption, aligning with environmental protection goals by incentivizing reduced fossil fuel reliance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits Tags Small Business

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 3312: Establishes a pilot program relating to creating the solar panels to school districts on Long Island pilot program

Establishes a pilot program relating to creating the solar panels to the state universities of New York and boards of cooperative educational services located on Long Island in order that such universities and BOCES may conduct a training program for persons interested in learning solar panel installation and operation and then to install such solar panels upon school districts in Long Island.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes solar panel installation pilot program for school districts, directly promoting renewable energy infrastructure and training in solar technology.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes solar energy adoption in schools via training and installations, directly advancing clean energy use and reducing carbon footprint.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2348: Provides a tax exemption from sales and compensating use taxes on alternative energy systems

Provides a tax exemption from sales and compensating use taxes on alternative energy systems including alternative energy systems, new Energy Star appliances and tangible personal property used in or on habitable residential and non-residential structures to improve energy efficiency; defines relevant terms; authorizes municipalities to adopt the exemption.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemption for alternative energy systems, offering tax relief and promoting energy efficiency, which aligns with supporting tax policy for fiscal responsibility and reducing tax burden on qualifying purchases.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyTax exemption for alternative energy systems and energy efficiency upgrades directly promotes renewable energy adoption and reduces barriers to clean energy infrastructure deployment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax exemption for alternative energy systems and energy efficiency upgrades directly incentivizes clean energy adoption, reducing emissions and promoting environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Sales Tax Tax Incentives Energy Efficiency

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 6015: Relates to excluding renewable energy pilot projects and certain payments in lieu of taxes from tax cap calculations, and to the establishment of a distributed generation energy development program

Relates to excluding renewable energy pilot projects and certain energy system-related payments in lieu of taxes from tax cap calculations, and to the establishment of a distributed generation energy development program that provides a single forum for state-level appeals for proposed distributed generation energy facilities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill excludes renewable energy projects from tax cap calculations, providing tax relief to promote development while establishing a program for distributed generation energy facilities.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExcludes renewable energy projects from tax caps and establishes distributed generation program, directly promoting renewable energy development and infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 4, 2026

S 2486: Relates to the construction of geothermal energy generation facilities

This bill aims to expedite the construction and installation of new geothermal energy generation facilities, including dry steam, flash steam, and binary cycle plants, across New York state. It establishes an expedited process where the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), in consultation with the New York Power Authority, will pre-approve and map suitable sites for these facilities. The public will have an opportunity to comment on proposed sites if they affect local municipalities or agricultural land, and the bill directs NYSERDA to further expedite permitting for projects that utilize local unions for construction or retrofitting existing fossil fuel facilities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExpedited process for geothermal facilities (renewable energy), advancing clean energy infrastructure development95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentPromotes geothermal energy development, a clean renewable source, to reduce emissions and advance environmental protection through expedited facility construction.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4711: Establishes a green development neighborhood tax exemption

Bill A 4711 establishes a property tax exemption for new residential subdivisions certified as "green development neighborhoods." It directly affects developers building qualifying neighborhoods and homeowners in those areas, reducing their property tax burden on new construction value. The exemption applies to subdivisions meeting NGBS silver or LEED for new construction certification standards, with deed restrictions requiring all homes to achieve silver certification. Municipalities can adopt local laws granting up to a 10-year tax exemption on the increased value from green construction, administered through tax assessors upon submitted certification.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides property tax exemption for qualifying green developments, directly reducing tax burden on developers/homeowners per tax relief indicators.92% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax exemption for LEED-certified green neighborhoods, directly incentivizing energy-efficient construction standards and promoting renewable energy infrastructure development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides tax exemption for neighborhoods meeting LEED/NGBS green certification standards, directly incentivizing environmentally sustainable development through financial incentives.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingTax exemption for new green residential subdivisions directly incentivizes housing development by reducing developers' costs, advancing construction of new housing stock.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Property Development Property Taxes

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