Set of citywide zoning changes making it easier to install a variety of distributed energy resources, perform building retrofits, install EV charging, and more.
Wide-reaching law touching on myriad sectors and sources of emissions, and, according to most estimates, makes the goal of reducing economy-wide emissions 40% over 2005 levels by 2030 attainable.
Creates a grant program to implement energy efficiency measures in low-income households.
Requires the state to provide funding to achieve 1 percent annual energy savings for low-income households by 2026.
Establishes an energy efficiency retrofit grant program for affordable housing.
New York State is now investing over $6.8 billion in energy efficiency and clean heat investments from 2020 through 2025.
Tax of 24 cents per gallon will be collected starting Sept. 1, 2020, and the city expects it to raise $1.6 million in 2021.
Remodels of existing residential and commercial/industrial properties may satisfy various energy standards to be eligible for fast track development review, priority status, permit rebates, and other marketing incentives.
Establishes the goal of installing 100,000 heat pumps in Maine by 2025.