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New York state is set to ban fossil fuels in new construction starting in 2026

In this photo illustration, a flame burns on a gas stove on April 28, 2023 in New York City. (Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images)

New York state is poised to phase in a ban on fossil fuel equipment in new construction starting in 2026, part of the state's effort to switch to cleaner energy sources and reduce carbon emissions.

"Just like we had to, a long time ago, transition from coal as your energy source, we do have to transition. There are clean energy alternatives," New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said in an interview with Good Day New York.

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