Bill > A08758

This bill enacts the Accelerate Solar for Affordable Power (ASAP) Act, which aims to significantly expand distributed solar energy capacity in New York State. The bill increases the state's distributed solar energy target from 6 to 20 gigawatts by 2035 and introduces several key reforms to make solar energy development more accessible and cost-effective. It directs the Public Service Commission to implement new interconnection reforms that will help electric corporations integrate distributed energy resources more efficiently, including requiring detailed reporting on system upgrade costs and allowing distributed energy resource companies to self-perform certain infrastructure upgrades. The bill also introduces the concept of "flexible interconnection," which uses smart-grid technology to monitor and manage distributed energy resources, and establishes guidelines for expanding distribution system hosting capacity. Additionally, the bill mandates that the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) develop a comprehensive implementation plan for the NY-Sun program, with a commitment to ensuring that at least 35% of program investments benefit low to moderate-income households and disadvantaged communities. The overall goal is to lower interconnection costs, accelerate solar energy development, and support New York's climate and economic development objectives.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8758