Governor Kathy Hochul's push for a zero-emissions economy in New York State is threatened by the exclusion of the NY Heat Act from the upcoming budget. This pivotal legislation, which has already passed the State Senate, aims to significantly cut heating costs for New Yorkers by transitioning to electrified and geothermal heat pump systems. These systems promise not only substantial financial savings and increased efficiency, but also a reduction in emissions. The NY Heat Act builds on the earlier Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, which sets ambitious renewable energy goals but lacks in enforceable actions.
Gov. Hochul has committed to transitioning New York to a zero-emissions economy, but the NY Heat Act, crucial for achieving this, has been overlooked in the budget.
The NY Heat Act could save New Yorkers an average of $1,632 annually by promoting electric and geothermal heat pumps, transitioning the state to cleaner energy.
While the CLCPA set ambitious climate goals, it lacks actionable measures; the NY Heat Act offers concrete steps like subsidies to phase out old heating systems.
With electric heat pumps already common in many households, the NY Heat Act represents a significant legislative move towards energy efficiency and emissions reduction.
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