Energy

passed both · New York · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 1986: Extends the time period for recovery of energy performance contract costs incurred by school districts

Extends the time period from eighteen years to twenty-five years that a school shall be guaranteed recovery of energy performance contract costs from energy savings incurred by school districts over that time period.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExtends energy cost recovery period for school infrastructure, reducing operational burdens and enabling long-term savings for school districts.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExtends recovery period for school energy efficiency contracts, enabling longer-term cost recovery and encouraging investment in energy-saving measures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4225: Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to conduct a study of the technical and economic feasibility and ratepayer impact of a zero emission electrical system

Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to conduct a study of the technical and economic feasibility and ratepayer impact of a zero-emission electrical system and a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates study of zero-emission electrical system feasibility and ratepayer impact, advancing renewable energy transition goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentDirects study of zero-emission electrical system and GHG reduction, advancing clean energy transition and climate goals per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Utility Regulation Climate Change

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died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 4191: Relates to requiring certain distribution centers to be equipped with electric vehicle charging stations

Requires distribution centers which are 50,000 sq. ft. or more to be equipped with electric vehicle charging stations as determined by the secretary of state and NYSERDA.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires EV charging infrastructure at large distribution centers, advancing clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through mandated infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate May 30, 2026

S 6394: Relates to the regulation of energy consumption by data centers

Regulates energy consumption by data centers; requires annual disclosure reporting; prohibits incentives in fossil fuel power purchase agreements with utilities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProhibits fossil fuel incentives in power agreements, requiring disclosure and establishing surcharge/discount plans to promote cleaner energy use by data centers.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits fossil fuel power incentives for data centers, promotes energy efficiency, and directs clean energy planning, directly reducing emissions and advancing environmental protection.95% confidence

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passed · New York · Senate Mar 18, 2026

S 2411: 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 EnergyBill explicitly enables renewable biofuels (B100/B99, R100/R99) to replace fossil heating oil, directly reducing fossil fuel dependence and advancing renewable energy use.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentAllows renewable biofuels to replace fossil heating oil, reducing emissions and promoting clean energy adoption in heating systems.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1109: Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to conduct a feasibility study on sewage thermal energy

Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to conduct a feasibility study and prepare a report on the benefits and implementation of sewage thermal energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyDirects feasibility study on sewage thermal energy, a renewable resource, advancing exploration of clean energy infrastructure and renewable energy development.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFeasibility study on sewage thermal energy promotes renewable energy development, aligning with clean energy and environmental protection goals.90% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 5166: Relates to fifth generation (5G) telecommunications towers in cities with a population of one million or more and electric vehicle charging stations

Requires anywhere fifth generation (5G) telecommunications towers in cities with a population of one million or more are installed, and there is available street parking, electric vehicle charging stations shall be provided for public use; defines terms; requires such charging stations to be designated and clearly identified.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates EV charging stations at 5G tower installations in major cities, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure for electric vehicles and reducing fossil fuel dependence.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates EV charging stations at 5G tower locations in major cities, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4126: Provides a period of probable usefulness for solar arrays and panels

Provides a period of probable usefulness for the acquisition, construction or reconstruction of or addition to a solar array or solar panel system, whether or not including buildings, land or rights in land, original furnishings, equipment, machinery or apparatus, or the replacement of such equipment, machinery or apparatus.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExtends tax depreciation period for solar infrastructure, incentivizing renewable energy adoption by reducing financial barriers for solar array investments.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9041: Prohibits utilities from raising rates while reporting high profits and requires utilities to reinvest revenues into New York's energy infrastructure, safety, and reliability

Prohibits utilities from raising rates while reporting high profits; requires utilities to reinvest revenues into New York's energy infrastructure, safety, and reliability; requires the submission to the public service commission of a compliance report.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProhibits rate hikes during high profits and mandates reinvestment into energy infrastructure, safety, and reliability - directly supports infrastructure modernization and consumer protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Utility Regulation

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passed · New York · Senate Feb 3, 2026

S 270: Provides an exemption from requirements for the alienation of parkland for certain renewable energy generating projects

Provides an exemption from requirements for the alienation of parkland for renewable energy generating projects with a generating capacity not exceeding two megawatts and which are located above real property currently used for vehicle parking.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts small renewable projects (<2MW) from parkland alienation rules, facilitating solar/wind development on parking areas. Directly advances renewable energy infrastructure deployment.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExempts small renewable energy projects (≤2MW) on existing parking areas, facilitating clean energy deployment without requiring parkland alienation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Parks & Recreation

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