Authorizes and directs the energy research and development authority, the public service commission and NYPA to conduct a study to determine the possibility of closing certain peaker plants

Summary

The legislation directs the state’s energy research authority, the public service commission and NY Power Authority to assess whether the Kent, Brentwood and Vernon peaker plants can be shut down. It requires analysis of electricity costs, grid reliability, alternative renewable and storage options, impacts on disadvantaged neighborhoods and plant workers, and a final report within one year.

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