May. 9, 2025 By Council Member James F. Gennaro
New York is at a critical crossroads in the fight to decarbonize its energy infrastructure and ensure a healthier, more sustainable future for future generations.
The passage of New York’s landmark Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) was heralded as the beginning of a new era for our state’s energy landscape. With streamlined processes and targeted investment, we envisioned a path to eliminate our reliance on expensive and polluting fossil fuels—particularly in the disadvantaged communities that have borne the brunt of this burden for too long.
Despite many people working very hard to achieve these goals, a combination of factors has made attaining the goals of the CLCPA much more difficult. In light of these challenges, it’s incumbent on state policymakers to seize every “shovel-ready” opportunity to advance our clean energy agenda.