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NY A00365

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/9/2019

Primary Sponsor

Amy Paulin

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Origin

Assembly

2019-2020 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Establishes energy efficiency requirements for 15 specified state authorities, including targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 20% by 2023, 30% by 2028, and 40% by 2033 from a 2015-2016 baseline.

  • Requires state authorities to reduce energy consumption by 15% by 2023, 20% by 2028, and 30% by 2033, and potable water use by 10% by 2023, 20% by 2028, and 30% by 2033.

  • Mandates procurement of 15% renewable electricity by 2023, 25% by 2028, and 50% by 2033, and requires annual energy assessments and submission of energy efficiency and solid waste management plans for council approval.

  • Requires new construction and substantial renovations to comply with green building standards; includes lease provisions encouraging energy and water efficiency and ENERGY STAR certification preferences.

  • Creates a state authorities energy efficiency council within the Department of Environmental Conservation to oversee compliance, approve plans, provide technical assistance, and report annually to the governor and legislature on progress toward targets.

Legislative Description

Establishes environmental standards for public authorities.

Last Action

enacting clause stricken

8/14/2020

Committee Referrals

Corporations, Authorities and Commissions1/9/2019

Full Bill Text

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