Bill > S07133

This bill establishes the "Renewable Natural Gas Standard Act", which requires the New York Public Service Commission to create a program mandating that gas corporations gradually increase their procurement of renewable natural gas (RNG) from third parties. The bill defines RNG as upgraded biogas, hydrogen gas produced from renewable sources, or methane derived from various renewable sources that can be used in natural gas pipelines. The program sets incrementally increasing targets for RNG procurement, starting at 5% of total volumetric purchases in 2026 and rising to 25% by 2050. The legislation is tied to New York's Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with the aim of decarbonizing the gas distribution system. The Public Service Commission must design the program to include cost recovery mechanisms for gas corporations, provide financial incentives for RNG production, prioritize RNG from sources like landfills and farms, and consider potential benefits to disadvantaged communities. Gas corporations can petition for a waiver if they cannot meet procurement targets due to insufficient RNG supply or potential adverse impacts on ratepayers. The bill also requires accounting for the full life cycle greenhouse gas emissions when calculating the environmental impact of RNG, including potential emissions avoided through its production.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7133