Bill > S02478

This bill establishes a clean and resilient energy program to encourage the development of behind-the-meter distributed energy resource projects that can provide uninterrupted electricity during extended power outages. The bill requires the Public Service Commission to modify the Clean Energy Fund to allocate at least 5% of annual expenditures to support these projects, which must be administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority. Eligible projects include electricity systems that generate power without greenhouse gases, have high energy efficiency, or significantly reduce air pollutants, and are located at critical community assets like hospitals, government agencies, or within microgrids. These projects must be able to provide continuous power during outages lasting 24 hours or more, with the goal of enhancing community resilience during electrical distribution system failures. Additionally, the bill requires the New York Power Authority to modify its existing programs to support such projects, committing at least $15 million annually from 2026 to 2030, and mandates annual reporting on the program's achievements and effectiveness. The program aims to promote clean energy technology that can maintain critical services during prolonged power disruptions.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2478