Bill > A08378

This bill amends several sections of New York state law to expand the definition and regulatory treatment of energy storage systems, specifically focusing on large-scale storage facilities with a nameplate capacity of 25,000 kilowatts or more. The bill modifies definitions in the public service law to include qualified energy storage systems as part of "other covered projects" and "major renewable energy facilities," which means these systems will now be subject to similar permitting and regulatory processes as other large-scale renewable energy infrastructure. The legislation introduces new provisions that allow energy storage projects to be reviewed under the Office of Renewable Energy Siting (ORES), establishing a standardized permitting process and fee structure. Specifically, the bill sets a permitting fee for energy storage facilities with a minimum of $25,000 and a maximum of $100,000, and creates an option for projects already in development to voluntarily become subject to the new ORES review process. Additionally, the bill exempts energy storage systems in cities with populations over one million (effectively New York City) from these new regulatory requirements. The changes aim to streamline and standardize the development of large-scale energy storage systems in New York State, supporting the state's renewable energy goals by making it easier to site and permit these critical infrastructure projects.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8378