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This bill requires the establishment of a renewable hydrogen incentive program in New York to support the state's climate goals under the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA). The bill recognizes the potential of renewable hydrogen to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030 and 85% by 2050, and to decarbonize hard-to-electrify sectors like transportation and industry. By December 31, 2025, the state authority must create a program in consultation with the public service commission to support hydrogen projects, which are defined as initiatives related to the production, processing, delivery, storage, or use of renewable hydrogen (hydrogen produced using renewable energy sources or with low carbon intensity). The program will establish financial incentives for eligible hydrogen projects, with a priority on those that provide workforce benefits, create jobs, or support disadvantaged communities. The bill defines renewable energy sources as including hydroelectric, geothermal, solar, wind, tidal, wave, and biogas energy. Ultimately, the goal is to develop the renewable hydrogen industry in New York, create employment opportunities, and contribute to the state's ambitious climate change mitigation efforts.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7132