Since its passage, the state has struggled to meet the goals outlined in the bill, making the legislation not only unachievable but also costly for businesses and consumers. A memo from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, in March of 2026, estimated that transition costs will increase home and business heating sources by $4,000 a year upstate and as much as $2,300 in the New York City region. Additionally, gas prices at the pump would increase by more than $2, the memo stated.
