New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S08000

Introduced
5/15/25  

Caption

Directs state agencies to adopt an embodied carbon decarbonization program; requires the office of general services to continue to issue operational directives and guidance for common construction materials to reduce the amount of embodied carbon in such materials.

Impact

The bill aims to significantly influence state law by establishing a new framework for construction projects related to environmental standards. By focusing on reducing embodied carbon, the bill addresses climate change concerns and aligns with broader state goals of sustainability and ecological responsibility. It requires design teams to calculate carbon emissions and incorporate environmental product declarations that meet specific standards, thereby holding construction practices accountable for their carbon footprint.

Summary

Bill S08000 requires state agencies in New York to implement an embodied carbon decarbonization program aimed at reducing the environmental impact of construction materials. This initiative mandates that affected entities, which include various state departments and public authorities, adopt measures to minimize embodied carbon emissions beginning in 2026. The legislation sets forth guidelines for evaluating and managing the carbon output associated with construction projects, particularly those that exceed a cost threshold of one million dollars.

Contention

Notably, while the initiative has the potential to benefit environmental efforts, it may also generate contention concerning compliance costs and the burden on contractors. Some stakeholders may argue that the regulations could complicate the construction process or increase expenses, impacting project feasibility for smaller contractors. Conversely, supporters may contend that the long-term environmental benefits and alignment with global climate goals justify these regulations, compelling the construction industry to innovate towards sustainability.

Companion Bills

NY A08202

Same As Directs state agencies to adopt an embodied carbon decarbonization program; requires the office of general services to issue operational directives and guidance for common construction materials to reduce the amount of embodied carbon in such materials.

Previously Filed As

NY S05180

Directs state agencies to adopt a sustainability and decarbonization program; establishes a GreenNY council which will develop sustainable procurement specifications, issue operational directives and guidance for construction, issue a waste diversion plan template for agencies and provide agencies with information on reducing use of toxic substances; requires agencies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

NY A04931

Directs state agencies to adopt a sustainability and decarbonization program; establishes a GreenNY council which will develop sustainable procurement specifications, issue operational directives and guidance for construction, issue a waste diversion plan template for agencies and provide agencies with information on reducing use of toxic substances; requires agencies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

NY S03357

Directs the commissioner of health, in consultation with the commissioner of the office of general services, to conduct a study on the use of solid antimicrobial materials for touch surfaces in the construction of public buildings.

NY S02039

Directs the commissioner of health, in consultation with the office of mental health and other relevant stakeholders, to develop guidance and standards for routine maternal depression screenings, referrals, diagnosis and treatment, and to provide training and materials on issues related to maternal depression.

NY A02870

Directs the commissioner of health, in consultation with the office of mental health and other relevant stakeholders, to develop guidance and standards for routine maternal depression screenings, referrals, diagnosis and treatment, and to provide training and materials on issues related to maternal depression.

NY S07665

Directs the office of general services to establish an inventory database to track the state's inventory of unused state-owned real property; directs state agencies to appoint inventory coordinators to report such agencies' inventory of unused state-owned real property to the office of general services to maintain the inventory database.

NY A04340

Reduces the cost of textbooks and course materials for students of institutions of higher education by requiring every institution of higher education to adopt policies that allow the use of innovative pricing techniques and payment options for textbooks, supplemental materials, and other course materials or textbooks.

NY A09299

Enacts the utility materials disclosure act to require investor-owned energy utilities publish on its customer-facing website both its promotional and educational materials and file such materials with the public service commission.

NY S09402

Enacts the utility materials disclosure act to require investor-owned energy utilities publish on its customer-facing website both its promotional and educational materials and file such materials with the public service commission.

NY S04270

Establishes a tax credit for farmers who maximize carbon sequestration potential through a "carbon farming" land management strategy; directs DEC to develop regulations related to certifying the amount of carbon sequestered or emissions reduced.

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