Starting in January 2026 big changes will be coming to new construction in New York with a requirement that most new buildings, including new homes, be heated by electric. New structures will not be permitted to be heated using oil or gas.
Democratic lawmakers in Albany celebrated the move, citing the new requirement as the next step in an ongoing state-mandated effort to transition from fossil fuels as part of the state’s climate goals. Republicans criticized the measure claiming that the new requirement will add to the already high cost of home construction and home heating in the state. They pointed to already high electric utility bills as a major cause for concern.
New York Independent Service Operator’s Dashboard as of July 27, 2025…