Northeast
New York
New York’s greenhouse gas emissions have fallen by 22% from 1990-2021, with the biggest reductions from the state’s electricity sector. Today, more than 90% of the state’s electricity is generated from natural gas (48%), hydropower (22%), and nuclear (21%) energy. New York’s GDP is largely driven by financial activities, professional services, and the information sector, and energy use per capita in New York state is lower than all other states, except for Rhode Island.
GHG Reduction Targets
All targets relative to 1990
levels
2030
40%
2050
85%
2050
Net-zero
Governor
Kathy Hochul (Democrat)
Governor
Kathy Hochul (Democrat)
House Party
Democratic Supermajority
House Party
Democratic Supermajority
Senate Party
Democratic Supermajority
Senate Party
Democratic Supermajority
Legislative session
1/3/24 - 6/8/24
US Climate Alliance Status
Member
Key Offices & Links
42
20
Northeast
9 states
This map shows the occurrence of climate policies passed at the state-level. Higher numbers represent more climate policies enacted.
Progress by Policy Area
- Enacted
- In-progress
- Partially Enacted
- Not Enacted
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Projections in New York
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Filters
| Status | Policy | Policy Area | Policy Category | YR Enacted | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enacted |
Cross-Sector
|
Climate Finance | 2013 | ||
| Enacted |
Empty column
The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) covers the electricity sector. The state is also developing an economywide cap-and-invest program. Establishing Policies
|
Cross-Sector
|
Carbon Valuation | 2005 | |
| Enacted |
Empty column
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) are required establish a social cost of carbon for use by state agencies. Establishing Policies
|
Cross-Sector
|
Carbon Valuation | 2019 |