Prohibits the use of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances in photovoltaic modules

Summary

Starting Jan. 1, 2028, no person may sell, offer for sale, or make in New York any photovoltaic module that includes intentionally added per‑ and poly‑fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The Department of Environmental Conservation can issue rules to enforce the ban. The measure aims to keep these persistent chemicals out of solar power equipment used in buildings and off‑grid systems.

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