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NY A02076
Bill
Status
1/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Linda Rosenthal
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AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Public Housing to conduct a study identifying gaps in the market for energy-efficient appliances, construction materials, and mechanical systems for use in public housing and Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) renovations
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Mandates that technologies meet international passive house standards, including space heating/cooling demand not exceeding 15 kilowatt hours per square meter annually and total domestic energy use not exceeding 60 kilowatt hours per square meter annually
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Directs development of standardized lists of energy-efficient products including heating/cooling systems, solar photovoltaic technology, mass timber products, and prefabricated components to reduce carbon footprints in public housing
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Requires the commissioner to publish study results within one year and procurement/proposal plans within 100 days thereafter, with agencies taking immediate implementation steps within their appropriations
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Establishes biennial reporting to the legislature on the progress, impact, and cost-effectiveness of green procurement practices implemented under this program
Legislative Description
Enacts the "New York state green new deal for public housing act", which commissions a study to assist the state of New York in reaching its climate goals.
Last Action
referred to housing
1/7/2026