Opinion: A smarter path forward for New York’s energy future

September 3, 2025

New York stands at a pivotal moment in its energy future. The newly released draft of the State Energy Plan is a welcome change in energy policy — one that finally begins to align ambition with reality. National Fuel has long championed a pragmatic approach to decarbonization, one that balances environmental goals with the essential pillars of reliability and affordability. Now, the state’s own energy roadmap is beginning to reflect that same understanding.