Energy (Solar)

in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4701: Relates to the installation of solar canopies in certain parking facilities

Permits and encourages state owned parking facilities to install solar canopies in any parking garage, open parking lot or other parking facility owned and/or operated by the state of New York, that offers parking spaces for the purposes of public use, state employee use or pay-per-usage constructed prior to January 1, 2030; requires such installation after January 1, 2030.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates solar canopy installations on state parking facilities, advancing renewable energy infrastructure and clean energy adoption per bill requirements.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 7391: Provides that credits for excess electricity generated by customer-generators subject to net energy metering may be carried over and used to offset electricity used

Provides that credits for excess electricity generated by customer-generators subject to net energy metering by an electric corporation or the Long Island power authority may be carried over indefinitely and used against any charges imposed by an electric corporation or the Long Island power authority when the customer-generator uses more electricity than such customer generates; provides for the accounting of credits once every 5 years and the electric corporation or Long Island power authority shall reimburse the customer-generator for the accumulated credits.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill extends net energy metering credits indefinitely, enabling customer-generators to offset future electricity charges without expiration, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and consumer savings.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1448: Relates to school districts evaluating capital improvement projects for such school district in the state

Relates to school districts evaluating capital improvement projects for such school district in the state for: compliance with the New York state climate leadership and community protection act, upgrading heating, ventilation or air conditioning to be more energy efficient, including, but not limited to upgrading to an active solar heating system; installing solar panels or other sources of alternative energy; improving broadband accessibility and reliability; upgrading technology so that it is more resistant to security risks; structural improvements, including, but not limited to windows, roofs, foundations and walls; purchasing hybrid or electric school buses; and upgrading plumbing and electrical systems.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates school districts to evaluate capital projects for energy efficiency, broadband, and technology upgrades - directly improving school infrastructure and educational access.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly requires school districts to evaluate projects including solar panels, active solar heating, and energy efficiency upgrades per NY's climate act, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates school districts to comply with climate act via energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy installations, directly supporting environmental goals.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly includes 'improving broadband accessibility and reliability' and 'upgrading technology' as required capital improvement criteria for school districts.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar Broadband Access

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1502: Enacts the "responsible renewable energy recycling act"

Enacts the "responsible renewable energy recycling act" to require manufacturers of solar panels, wind turbines, and batteries to collect such materials when they are taken out of use; requires educational outreach relating thereto; establishes collection goals therefor; requires reporting of collection efforts.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates recycling of solar, wind, and battery materials, promoting sustainable lifecycle management for renewable energy infrastructure and supporting clean energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates recycling of solar/wind/battery components, promoting waste reduction and resource conservation in renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Recycling

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 1373: Increases the amount of residential solar tax credits

This bill increases the residential solar tax credit to 26% of qualified solar equipment costs, with new maximum credit amounts: $3,750 for installations before 2026, $5,000 for installations in 2026, and $10,000 for installations in 2027 and after. It applies to homeowners who install solar systems in their principal residence within the state, covering equipment purchases, long-term leases (10+ years), and power purchase agreements (10+ years). The credit can be carried over for up to five years if it exceeds annual tax liability, and for low-income taxpayers or those in disadvantaged communities, excess credit may be refunded starting in 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases residential solar tax credit (26% of costs) with higher max credits, providing direct tax relief to homeowners for renewable energy adoption, aligning with fiscal support for sustainable energy.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases residential solar tax credits (26%) to boost renewable energy adoption, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure investment per bill's explicit purpose.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases solar tax credits to promote residential renewable energy adoption, directly advancing clean energy use and reducing fossil fuel reliance for environmental protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 16, 2025

A 8332: Relates to the assessment of solar or wind energy systems

This bill changes how New York property taxes are calculated for solar and wind energy systems. It requires tax assessors to include community benefit payments, decommissioning costs, and solar management expenses as deductible costs when valuing these systems. Crucially, it also specifies that federal tax credits and renewable energy credits (like those for clean energy production) must be treated as intangible assets - not counted as income - when determining a system's taxable value. This directly affects property owners with solar/wind installations and local assessors who calculate their taxes under the new rules. The law takes effect immediately upon passage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reduces taxable value of solar/wind systems via deductible costs and excludes federal credits, providing tax relief for renewable energy adoption.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill reduces property tax burden on solar/wind systems by excluding renewable credits from taxable income, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill reduces tax burden on solar/wind systems by excluding renewable credits from taxable income, directly incentivizing clean energy adoption and aligning with environmental protection goals.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Wind

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2167: Creates the hospital and multiple dwelling energy loan fund

S 2167 creates a New York State loan fund providing zero or low-interest loans and interest rate reductions to hospitals and apartment buildings (multiple dwellings) for energy efficiency upgrades. Eligible projects require an energy audit and must reduce energy costs, with at least 60% of funds going to properties in economically distressed areas. Loans cannot exceed $100,000 and cover improvements like energy-efficient lighting, HVAC systems, and renewable technologies (e.g., solar panels). The program aims to lower energy costs for these facilities statewide while requiring annual reports on funded projects and savings.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds energy efficiency upgrades and renewable tech (e.g., solar) for buildings via low-interest loans, directly advancing energy efficiency and renewable adoption per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds energy efficiency upgrades (HVAC, solar) for buildings, reducing energy costs and emissions per summary. Explicitly promotes renewable tech and energy audits, aligning with environmental protection indicators.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingFunds energy efficiency upgrades in apartment buildings (multiple dwellings), reducing operating costs for properties in distressed areas - indirectly advancing affordable housing affordability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Solar

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in committee · New York · Senate Mar 2, 2026

S 5846: Expands the solar energy system equipment tax credit to cover solar energy system equipment installed in a community solar array

Expands the solar energy system equipment tax credit to cover solar energy system equipment installed in a community solar array; defines "community solar array" to mean a location other than a person's principal residence where solar energy system equipment is owned and installed for use in such person's principal residence.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax credit for solar energy equipment, providing tax relief under fiscal policy. Directly addresses tax incentives within budget/tax framework.92% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExpands tax credit for community solar arrays, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and clean energy infrastructure investment per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExpands tax credit for community solar equipment, directly promoting clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel reliance per environmental indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 2720: Enacts the "solar for schools act"; appropriation

Enacts the solar for schools act which provides grants for eligible school districts to purchase and install solar and geothermal power sources; defines terms; directs the New York state energy and research development authority to establish such grant program; provides for the repeal of such provisions upon the expiration thereof; makes an appropriation therefor.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill makes specific appropriation for school solar grants, directly increasing public service funding through state budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides grants for school solar installations, improving infrastructure and reducing operational costs for K-12 schools.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides grants for solar/geothermal installations in schools, directly funding renewable energy infrastructure and advancing clean energy adoption through state appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds solar/geothermal installations for schools, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing carbon footprint through direct environmental protection measures.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4272: Provides for direct-pay tax abatement credits for solar electric generating systems and electric energy storage systems in connection with eligible buildings

Provides for direct-pay tax abatement credits for solar electric generating systems and electric energy storage systems in connection with eligible buildings; provides such eligible properties shall include: 501(c)(3) corporations, associations, organizations or trusts and income-restricted affordable housing properties.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides direct tax abatement credits for solar/energy systems on affordable housing and nonprofits, reducing tax burden for eligible entities.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides tax credits for solar and storage systems, directly promoting renewable energy adoption and clean energy infrastructure investment.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly includes income-restricted affordable housing properties in tax credit eligibility, providing financial support for energy systems on these properties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Incentives Energy Storage Solar Affordable Housing

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