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NY A10611
Bill
Status
6/20/2024
Primary Sponsor
Angelo Santabarbara
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AI Summary
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Establishes the "Go Green Schools Act" requiring the New York State public authority to develop a publicly accessible mapping tool by December 31, 2026, to help schools evaluate and adopt renewable energy systems.
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Mapping tool must include information on cost-effective renewable energy options, siting information for solar, wind, geothermal, and other sources, and data on land use, environmental resources, and grid infrastructure relevant to school locations.
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Authority must complete a study within 12 months of the act's effective date analyzing financial feasibility of converting each public school district to renewable energy, including options for on-site generation, connection to existing renewable sources, and microgrid creation.
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Authority must submit two reports to the governor and legislature: first report within 3 months after mapping and study completion with recommendations for conversion methods and financial incentive programs; second report within 12 months with sustainability and maintenance cost projections.
Legislative Description
Enacts the "go green schools act" to assist school districts in converting to renewable energy sources as a primary source of energy; directs NYSERDA to conduct a study and make recommendations for such purpose.
Last Action
referred to energy
6/20/2024