Authorizes a study on the possibility of closing certain peaker plants in New York.

The bill authorizes the New York state energy research and development authority, in consultation with the public service commission and New York power authority, to conduct a study on the possibility of closing certain peaker plants. The study will assess the impact on grid reliability, potential alternatives, and the effect on disadvantaged communities. The New York power authority must issue a final report within one year and post it on its website. The act will expire two years after its effective date.

Authorizes a study on the possibility of closing certain peaker plants in New York.

The bill authorizes the New York state energy research and development authority, in consultation with the public service commission and New York power authority, to conduct a study on the possibility of closing certain peaker plants. The study will assess the impact on grid reliability, potential alternatives, and the effect on disadvantaged communities. The New York power authority must issue a final report within one year and post it on its website. The act will expire two years after its effective date.