Energy
Governor Hochul and New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham — co-chairs of the US Climate Alliance — delivered a letter to UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell making it clear to the global community that climate action will continue in the U.S.
Governor Hochul announced permit approval for the Somerset solar array, which will generate 125-megawatts of clean, renewable energy.
Governor Hochul announced an additional $28.5 million is now available to install electric vehicle fast chargers along major travel corridors across New York State.
Governor Hochul announced economic development awards to 20 firms that will spur more than $940 million in capital investments and support 1,774 jobs.
Governor Hochul announced record high clean energy job growth, with 178,000 workers employed at the end of 2023—an increase of 7,700 jobs.
Governor Hochul announced contracts for 23 renewable energy projects that will provide enough energy to power more than 700,000 homes.
Governor Hochul announced retail rebates are now available for low- and moderate-income New Yorkers to purchase energy efficient appliances at participating retailers.
Governor Hochul announced $22 million is now available for projects that strengthen and modernize New York’s electric grid.
Governor Hochul announced the early achievement of the State’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act statutory goal a year ahead of schedule.
Governor Hochul announced contracts for projects in energy storage, grid modernization, building efficiency, geothermal, and more.