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Amend the Procurement Law; Return Choice to Local Gov't

New York State's energy sector is far too reliant on dirty and increasingly expensive fossil fuels. Creating a clean-energy future is critical not only for New York's environment and our ongoing battle against climate change but also for our economic prosperity and the livability of our communities.

Traditional energy sources are unpredictable and increasingly expensive. It is essential that we commit ourselves to developing alternative energy resources and building a clean-energy economy.

Local governments can and should be leaders in this effort. While the cost of renewable energy has decreased dramatically in recent years, power from solar and wind systems is still more expensive than traditionally generated power sources. Under state law, local governments are required to purchase power (as well as other products) from the cheapest possible source. In many instances this law prohibits local governments from purchasing renewable power. By doing so the state is inadvertently hampering the market for renewable energy and impeding the growth of the state's burgeoning clean tech economy.

S. 4599 would allow local governments to purchase clean energy at a limited additional cost. It is an important step towards improving New York's commitment toward building a clean and sustainable energy future.

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Senator Andrea Stewart-Cousins
Senator Dean G. Skelos
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