Energy

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3449: Relates to setting the rate of credit per kilowatt hour for farm waste generating equipment customer-generators, which includes the anaerobic digestion of agricultural waste

Relates to setting the rate of credit per kilowatt hour for farm waste generating equipment customer-generators, which includes the anaerobic digestion of agricultural waste; sets a rate for anaerobic digestion of agricultural waste to at least 12 cents per kilowatt hour.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill sets minimum 12¢/kWh credit for anaerobic digestion of agricultural waste, directly promoting renewable energy generation from farm waste resources.95% confidence

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4044: Establishes clean energy goals of reducing the annual total of vehicle miles traveled within the state by 20% by the year 2050

Establishes clean energy goals of reducing the annual total of vehicle miles traveled within the state by 20% by the year 2050; requires state and local highway projects to comply with reductions to vehicle miles traveled targets.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes clean energy goals to reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by 20% by 2050, lowering fossil fuel dependence through transportation efficiency targets for highway projects.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates 20% reduction in vehicle miles traveled by 2050, directly reducing transportation emissions and advancing clean energy goals through highway project compliance.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates highway projects to reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT) by 20% by 2050, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jun 5, 2026

A 8934: Relates to advanced transmission technologies

Directs electric corporations and combination electric and gas corporations to file a cost-effectiveness and timetable analysis as part of any base rate proceeding with the public service commission; directs NYSERDA to conduct a study on the effectiveness of advanced transmission technologies.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill enables grid enhancement tech development for infrastructure modernization, supporting renewable integration and efficiency without restricting energy options.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Resilience Utility Regulation

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passed · New York · Senate May 12, 2026

S 2485: Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to establish a mapping, installation and efficiency plan for the purpose of building new electric transmission lines

Requires the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission to establish a mapping, installation and efficiency plan for the purpose of building new electric transmission lines.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyRequires renewable energy transmission infrastructure planning, directly advancing renewable energy development and grid efficiency per bill's purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Renewable Energy Transmission

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1338: Relates to emerging technology industrial classifications for clean environment and energy technologies

This bill adds a new classification for "clean environment and energy technologies" to industrial definitions. It specifically covers pollution reduction methods, renewable energy generation/storage, and energy efficiency systems like smart grids and automated energy control technology. Businesses developing these technologies will be directly affected, as the bill formally defines which innovations qualify under this new category. The legislation focuses on creating clear standards for emerging clean tech sectors without imposing new regulations or funding.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAdds classification for clean energy tech, covering renewables, storage, and efficiency systems like smart grids, promoting industry standards for emerging innovations.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates formal classification for pollution reduction, renewable energy, and energy efficiency technologies, directly advancing environmental protection through standardized definitions for qualifying innovations.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates new industrial classification for clean energy tech (renewables, smart grids), promoting innovation and standardization in emerging technology sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency Renewable Energy Emerging Technology

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died · New York · Senate Jun 5, 2026

S 98: Requires electric corporations build make-ready infrastructure

S 98 requires electric corporations to cover the costs of "make-ready" infrastructure needed to charge electric vehicles for public fleets, such as government-owned buses, police cars, and school district vehicles. It mandates that corporations include 100% of their own infrastructure costs (like transformers and wiring) and at least 50% of customer infrastructure costs (like site wiring) in their rates - increasing to 90% in disadvantaged communities - so these expenses are shared across all utility customers instead of paid directly by fleet operators. This reduces upfront financial barriers for public entities transitioning to electric fleets while ensuring infrastructure costs are recovered through standard rate structures. The bill applies specifically to state, municipal, school district, and public authority fleets, not private businesses.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates utilities cover EV charging infrastructure costs, promoting clean energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel reliance in public transportation infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates electric corporations fund EV charging infrastructure for public fleets, directly promoting clean transportation and reducing emissions from government vehicle fleets.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates infrastructure funding for EVs in public fleets, advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Apr 24, 2026

A 276: Increases the statewide energy storage capacity

This bill updates New York's climate law to set a new target of six gigawatts of statewide energy storage capacity by 2030. It requires the state's electricity providers (load-serving entities) to procure this storage capacity through programs established by the Public Service Commission by July 2024. The change modifies existing requirements in the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), specifically raising the energy storage goal from a previously stated "three" gigawatts to six gigawatts. This policy directly affects utility companies and renewable energy developers responsible for meeting the state's clean energy targets.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyIncreases energy storage target from 3 to 6 GW by 2030, advancing renewable energy infrastructure under CLCPA.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill raises NY's energy storage target from 3 to 6 GW by 2030 under CLCPA, advancing clean energy integration and climate goals per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Storage Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 8378: Relates to qualified energy storage systems

Relates to qualified energy storage systems; authorizes energy storage permitting under the office of renewable energy siting and electric transmission.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes permitting for energy storage systems under renewable energy siting, advancing clean energy infrastructure95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Apr 16, 2025

S 7430: Directs the NY power authority to oversee mandated energy reduction efforts in state and public authority owned and managed buildings

This bill directs the New York Power Authority (NYPA) to oversee energy reduction efforts in state-owned and managed buildings. It mandates that most state agencies, departments, and public authorities ("affected state entities" or ASEs) collectively reduce their energy use by at least 20% from a 2018 baseline by April 1, 2031. NYPA will establish a Central Management and Implementation Team (CMIT) to provide oversight, guidance, and assistance to ASEs. ASEs are required to measure energy use, conduct audits for inefficient buildings, implement recommended efficiency improvements, and incorporate energy efficiency into capital project designs.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates 20% energy reduction in state buildings by 2031, advancing energy efficiency goals through NYPA oversight and measurable targets.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates 20% energy reduction in state buildings by 2031, directly reducing emissions and advancing environmental protection through energy efficiency requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Efficiency

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 2483: Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to increase clean energy distribution infrastructure

Directs the New York state energy research and development authority to increase clean energy distribution infrastructure to allow the state to reach peak clean energy consumption and distribution goals.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly directs increasing clean energy infrastructure to meet state goals, aligning with renewable energy advancement indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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