Bill > S05995

This bill establishes a comprehensive integrated energy system planning process for combination corporations (utility companies that provide both electric and gas services) in New York State. The legislation requires these utilities to develop a holistic planning approach that coordinates and optimizes energy needs across electric and gas systems, with the goal of providing reliable, resilient, and clean energy at the lowest reasonable cost. Key provisions include: requiring utilities to file integrated energy system plans every three years that assess investment strategies across both electric and gas systems; mandate grid flexibility goals; evaluate non-pipeline and non-wires alternatives to infrastructure upgrades; conduct detailed long-term demand forecasting that considers emerging technologies like distributed energy resources and electrification; incorporate programs specifically targeting low-to-moderate income customers and disadvantaged communities; and assess potential energy efficiency and demand flexibility technologies. The Public Service Commission will review these plans, evaluating them based on public interest, greenhouse gas reduction goals, system reliability, and customer bill impacts. The bill aims to break down traditional planning silos in utility infrastructure, promote more coordinated and forward-looking energy planning, and support New York's clean energy and climate objectives by encouraging utilities to take a more integrated approach to energy system planning.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5995