ENERGY AND CLIMATE

If the state is serious about climate change, the only path forward that doesn’t cover all of upstate in steel and glass is nuclear. Offshore wind will fill some gaps as it can be closer to the end users, so you have less power loss in transmission. And yes, solar can play a role.

However, this singular approach with wind and solar will not cover our energy use today, no matter tomorrow. Imagine every house switching to heat pumps as suggested for the city of Ithaca, and everyone turning to electric cars. Both may be more efficient, but they are still large energy draws. Put this plan in place, and it’s hard to see any industrial manufacturers choosing to set up shop in New York.