New York Governor Launches Large-Scale Renewable Energy Procurement Program

Issues Solicitation to Support the State's Land-based Wind and Hydroelectric Projects Installed Before 2015 / Promotes Lower Energy Costs, Reduces Statewide Carbon Emissions, and Supports New York's Economic Recovery / Advances Governor Cuomo's Goal to Obtain 70 Percent of State's Electricity from Renewable Sources by 2030

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the launch of a new large-scale renewable energy procurement program, known as Competitive Tier 2, which will retain New York's existing renewable energy resources, promote lower statewide carbon emissions, and help support the state's economic recovery by increasing in-state competition and reducing energy costs. Today's announcement demonstrates swift progress under the State's recently  ... More: Official Press Release New York Government

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