Prohibits the granting of a certificate for the construction or operation of an on-shore or off-shore industrial wind turbine or wind farm within the jurisdiction and control of the state and within any area of the state outside of the city of New York unless a certificate for the construction or operation of an on-shore or off-shore industrial wind turbine or wind farm within geographic boundaries of or the shoreline adjacent to the city of New York is granted simultaneously.

This bill aims to prevent the construction or operation of any industrial wind turbines or wind farms in New York State unless a similar project is also approved within New York City or its adjacent shoreline. Essentially, it ties the approval of wind energy projects outside the city to those within the city limits. This could impact the development of renewable energy projects across the state.

Supporters of the bill argue that it ensures a balanced approach to renewable energy development, requiring that New York City also participates in wind energy projects. They believe this will promote equity in energy production and prevent any one area from bearing the burden of industrial development. By linking approvals, the bill fosters a collaborative effort for sustainable energy across the state.

Critics argue that this bill could hinder the growth of renewable energy in New York State by creating unnecessary barriers to wind energy projects outside of New York City. They contend that it may delay or prevent the transition to cleaner energy sources, ultimately harming the state's environmental goals. This legislation could be seen as prioritizing political considerations over urgent climate action.