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NYSERDA Explains Funding Of Cuomo's Energy Mandate

Orange County Chamber of Commerce/Energize NY

Governor Andrew Cuomo has set an energy mandate for New York. By the year 2030, 50 percent of the state’s electricity needs will be met with renewable resources, such as solar and wind power.  To get there, the state has set up a program under which colleges can compete for $1-million awards for the best energy ideas, and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority has set up a 10-year, $5-billion Clean Energy Fund. John Rhodes, the CEO and president of NYSERDA, explains to WAMC’s Brian Shields how that money will be used.

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