The Just Transition Site Reuse Planning program is closed. The planning toolkit and other resources are available on this page.
Just Transition Site Reuse Planning Program
Resources to Help Communities Reimagine Power Plant Sites
New York State communities are taking proactive steps to transition away from fossil fuel plants through decommissioning and exploring alternative reuse opportunities to spur diversified economic development and move toward a clean energy economy. The Just Transition Site Reuse Planning Toolkit is designed to provide communities and their partners, with guidebooks, case studies, and other resources to inform future decision making that will help mitigate negative impacts related to pending or future power plant closures. Municipalities can leverage the Just Transition Site Reuse Planning Toolkit resources below to learn about best practices and to prepare for the evaluation of alternative site reuse options.
Just Transition Site Reuse Planning Toolkit
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Site Reuse Planning
Explore options and guidance for redeveloping power plant sites for reuse.Read More Site Reuse Planning -
Alternative Energy
Discover opportunities for repurposing former power plant sites for renewable energy production.Read More Alternative Energy -
Community Engagement
Learn about best practices for leading inclusive community engagement throughout the just transition process.Read More Community Engagement -
Economic and Market Analysis
Learn how to measure and mitigate the economic impact of a power plant closure in your community.Read More Economic and Market Analysis -
Decommissioning
Understand the process, costs, and considerations for decommissioning power plant sites.Read More Decommissioning -
Remediation
Discover how the remediation process works and its potential to unlock power plant sites for new uses.Read More Remediation -
Land Use and Regulatory Guidelines
Review relevant land use regulations that can impact power plant decommissioning and redevelopment.Read More Land Use and Regulatory Guidelines -
Funding and Financing
Explore funding and financing options to support power plant decommissioning, remediation, and redevelopment.Read More Funding and Financing
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