NEW YORK — The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced the release of draft regulations that would require reporting from certain significant greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions sources to help better inform the state’s comprehensive efforts to reduce pollution, deliver cleaner air, improve community resilience and create an equitable transition to a clean energy economy. 

The proposed reporting rule is solely for reporting purposes and would not require pollution reductions or the purchase of allowances. DEC is accepting public comments on the Mandatory Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program proposal from April 2 until July 1. See more at bit.ly/3XAxGYL.

“This data is critical to inform the state’s sustained efforts to protect our environment and improve the health and quality of life of all New Yorkers, and DEC is prepared to fill the data gaps left behind by proposed federal rollbacks,” Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton said. “The proposed reporting rule will enable us to collect the information necessary to develop effective strategies that reduce harmful air pollution and direct investments where they are most needed, while also protecting New York’s consumers and economic competitiveness.”

DEC’s draft Mandatory GHG Reporting Program is for data collection only. It does not impose requirements for facilities to reduce GHG pollution or to obtain emission allowances. To ensure a smooth transition, DEC is offering several forms of assistance and guidance to help entities comply with the new reporting requirements.