A meeting of the New York State Energy Planning Board
was unexpectedly cancelled on June 15 due to “scheduling issues,” according
to spokeswoman Kate Muller, just three hours before the board was
expected to meet with environmental groups hoping to comment on the
state’s draft energy plan before it is finalized.

According to the Legislative Gazette, the New York
State Energy Plan establishes the foundation for future energy policies,
investments in energy infrastructure and guides decisions that will
impact how New York will meet its future energy needs. 


Last year, the
2014 Draft State Energy Plan was criticized by some environmental groups
for its vague goals, lack of renewable targets, promotion of natural
gas, and failure to address severe weather phenomenon.


The board is now scheduled to meet on Thursday, June 25.

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