Greater Rochester Chamber Releases Statement on Governor Hochul’s Proposed CLCPA Reforms
March 20, 2026 (ROCHESTER, NY) – Greater Rochester Chamber has released the following statement today on behalf of President & CEO Bob Duffy:
“Thank you to Governor Hochul for introducing these common-sense reforms to the CLCPA. By extending timelines and updating standards, we are giving New York State the time and resources to invest in an all-of-the-above approach to energy. With increased investment in renewables, nuclear, and natural gas, we can support long-term climate goals while balancing current realities. New York State can and must continue to be a climate leader while also prioritizing affordable and reliable power for our businesses and families. We look forward to continued collaboration with Governor Hochul and our partners in the legislature to ensure these proposals are included in a final enacted budget.”
This statement is in response to Governor Hochul’s proposed Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) reforms announced today. Greater Rochester Chamber has previously reacted to NYSERDA’s outlined cost of CLCPA compliance and spoken about the negative impact of this legislation.
As the primary advocate for the Finger Lakes Region’s business community, Greater Rochester Chamber advocates strongly for an environment that promotes the success of our members and of our economy at the local, state, and federal levels.