NY A11280

Establishes a "Clean and Resilient Energy Program" requiring the Public Service Commission to modify existing programs to encourage development of qualified clean and resilient electricity generating systems of less than 5 megawatts.

Defines "qualified clean and resilient systems" as systems meeting strict emissions standards (0.07 lbs/MWh nitrogen oxides, 0.10 lbs/MWh carbon monoxide, 0.02 lbs/MWh volatile organic compounds) with at least 55% efficiency and capable of providing uninterrupted power during grid outages exceeding 72 hours.

Identifies "qualified clean and resilient customers" as public or private entities providing vital services during outages, including telecommunications providers, supermarkets, government agencies, data centers, hospitals, gas stations, and other entities approved by the Public Service Commission.

Requires the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority to administer the program with minimum annual expenditures of $25 million from 2019 through 2029 using competitive procurements, standing-offers, or production incentives.

Directs the public authority to establish a parallel initiative with minimum annual expenditures of $15 million from 2019 through 2029 in consultation with the Public Service Commission and Energy Research and Development Authority.