Energy (Renewable Energy)

in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1347: Relates to establishing a carbon dioxide emissions price for electric generation from carbon-based fuel and creating a carbon dioxide emissions fund

S 1347 establishes a price per ton of carbon dioxide emissions for electricity generated from carbon-based fuels (like coal and natural gas) in New York. This price, based on the state's social cost of carbon, would be paid by electricity generators using these fuels. Revenues collected would fund a new Carbon Dioxide Emissions Fund, with 60% distributed as tax credits to very low-to-moderate income residents (based on area median income) and 20% supporting renewable energy transitions in disadvantaged communities. The bill directly affects electricity generators using carbon-based fuels and aims to incorporate carbon pricing into New York's climate goals under the CLCPA.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates 60% of emissions fund revenue as tax credits for low-to-moderate income residents, directly providing tax relief per topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyImposes carbon price on fossil fuel electricity, allocates 20% of fund to renewable energy transitions, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentImposes carbon price on fossil fuel electricity, funds renewable energy transitions and low-income tax credits, directly reducing emissions per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Coal Oil & Gas Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1554: Establishes the New York state renewable reclamation projects program

Establishes the New York state renewable reclamation projects program to stimulate the development of renewable energy on certain brownfield sites, dormant electric generating sites, and real property.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates program to develop renewable energy on brownfields/dormant sites, directly promoting renewable energy infrastructure expansion95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEstablishes renewable energy program on brownfields/dormant sites, directly promoting clean energy development and environmental restoration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Hazardous Materials

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failed · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 4804: Requires the office of renewable energy siting to develop standards and conditions for the siting of certain large scale renewable energy systems

Requires the office of renewable energy siting to develop standards and conditions for the siting of certain large scale renewable energy systems; requires approval of municipalities to such siting plans.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates standards for renewable energy siting, advancing large-scale renewable development infrastructure without opposing language.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates standards for large-scale renewable energy siting, directly promoting clean energy deployment and climate action without weakening environmental protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1549: Establishes a program for eligible zero emissions energy systems

Establishes a program for eligible zero emissions energy systems to promote private sector investment for the purpose of meeting the target that by the year two thousand forty the statewide electrical demand system will be zero emissions.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEstablishes program for zero-emission systems to meet 2040 target, promoting private investment in clean energy infrastructure95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes program for zero emissions energy systems to meet 2040 target, directly advancing clean energy and reducing emissions per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 4729: Establishes the college of renewable energy and sustainability in the city university of New York

Establishes the college of renewable energy and sustainability in the city university of New York which shall offer majors relating to the field of renewable energy and sustainability.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates new higher education program expanding academic offerings in renewable energy, directly advancing educational access and curriculum development.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly creates a college focused on renewable energy education, directly advancing renewable energy workforce development and education infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes CUNY college for renewable energy/sustainability education, directly promoting clean energy advancement and environmental education funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 1340: Ensures the safe and efficient delivery of materials for the timely construction of major renewable energy facilities in furtherance of the goals mandated by the New York state climate leadership and community

Ensures the safe and efficient delivery of materials for the timely construction of major renewable energy facilities in furtherance of the goals mandated by the New York state climate leadership and community protection act; provides that vehicles carrying materials intended for the construction of any major renewable energy facility, including oversize and superload transport vehicles, shall be permitted to travel on the thruway and state highways, on any day of the week, including Saturday and Sunday.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly permits unrestricted highway access for renewable energy construction materials, advancing infrastructure development per NY Climate Act goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill enables renewable energy facility construction via streamlined transport, directly advancing NY's climate act goals and promoting clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 8519: Relates to certain reforms for ORES oversight of siting of major renewable energy facilities and major electric transmission facilities

Relates to transparency and other requirements for applications submitted to ORES for siting of major renewable energy and major electric transmission facilities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill streamlines ORES oversight for renewable energy facility siting via transparency requirements, directly advancing renewable infrastructure development.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill facilitates renewable energy facility siting via ORES oversight reforms, promoting clean energy infrastructure development and environmental protection goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Transmission

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in committee · New York · Senate Jan 7, 2026

S 3096: Requires the use of biodiesel and renewable diesel fuel in state vehicles

Requires the use of biodiesel and renewable diesel in state diesel operated vehicles; defines biodiesel as renewable, biodegradable, mono alkyl ester combustible liquid fuel derived from agricultural plant oils, animal fats or waste oils and greases.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates renewable diesel use in state vehicles, promoting biofuels over fossil fuels and reducing carbon footprint per bill's explicit requirements.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates biodiesel/renewable diesel in state vehicles, reducing emissions and promoting clean energy use per bill definition.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates renewable diesel in state vehicles, promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure and reducing emissions per bill's fuel requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9118: Creates an electric school bus infrastructure investment pilot program; appropriation

This bill creates a pilot program to help school districts transition to electric school buses by funding essential charging infrastructure. It allocates $20 million from the state general fund and $20 million from New York's clean energy fund (NYSERDA) to provide competitive annual grants for two school districts per economic development region. Grants cover planning and building clean energy micro-grids, including engineering and land use studies, to support reliable charging systems. The program will run from April 2026 through April 2031, with rules to be established by June 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $40M from state funds for electric bus infrastructure, advancing public service funding through budget appropriations.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds electric bus infrastructure for school districts, improving school transportation infrastructure and supporting educational access through clean energy initiatives.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyFunds electric school bus infrastructure via clean energy fund (NYSERDA), promoting renewable energy adoption and reducing fossil fuel dependence through dedicated grant program.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds electric school bus infrastructure via clean energy grants, reducing emissions and promoting renewable energy use.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds electric school bus charging infrastructure through $40M allocation, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure for public transit vehicles.95% confidence

Sub-Topics School Transportation Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Electric Vehicles Public Transit

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jan 7, 2026

A 9149: Exempts payments in lieu of taxes received or receivable with regards to renewable energy projects from local governments' tax cap calculations

Exempts payments in lieu of taxes received or receivable with regards to renewable energy projects from local governments' tax cap calculations; defines term.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExempts renewable energy PILOT payments from tax cap calculations, increasing local government revenue flexibility without triggering tax cap limits, promoting fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyExempts renewable energy project payments from tax caps, reducing financial barriers and promoting development of clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExempts renewable energy project payments from tax caps, encouraging clean energy development and aligning with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy

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