Climate Action Council

The New York State Climate Action Council is a 22-member appointed body that has prepared a Scoping Plan to serve as the roadmap to achieve the State’s bold clean energy and climate goals.

Climate Action Council

The New York State Climate Action Council is a 22-member appointed body that has prepared a Scoping Plan to serve as the roadmap to achieve the State’s bold clean energy and climate goals.

Meet Your New York State Climate Action Council

Climate Action Council Members

Co-Chairs
Doreen Harris, President and CEO of the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority

Doreen Harris

President and CEO, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority

Basil Seggos, Commissioner of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

Basil Seggos

Commissioner, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation

State Agencies & Authorities



Council Appointees



View the Climate Action Council Code of Conduct (PDF)

Climate Action Council Bylaws (PDF)

Climate Action Council Archive

Dr. Hansen giving public comments at the Climate Action Council Albany Public Hearing

Meetings and Hearings

View detailed information and recordings from the Council’s meetings and hearings.

Climate Action Council Advisory Panel

Advisory Panels

View detailed information from the Advisory Panels, including recordings of past meetings and their recommendations for the Council.