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Sen. O’Mara: New York’s energy mandates need rethinking

State Senator Tom O’Mara voiced concerns about New York’s aggressive clean energy mandates. The “Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act” (CLCPA), approved in 2019, aims for 70% renewable energy by 2030 and zero emissions by 2040.

O’Mara criticized the rapid pace of mandates like banning natural gas in new buildings by 2025 and all-electric school buses by 2027. He warned these mandates could cost New Yorkers over $1 trillion by 2050.

A recent report from Governor Hochul’s administration suggests New York may miss its 2030 renewable energy goal, considering a new target of 2033. O’Mara sees this as an opportunity for a necessary public discussion on the feasibility and impact of the state’s climate strategy.