A new report from state officials in New York shows the true cost of expensive climate mandates that aim to change the way we live and work in the Green Mountain State.

Vermont’s climate mandate is very similar to New York’s, and these are real costs that Vermont small business owners and families could face if lawmakers fail to protect the state.

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Specifically, officials pointed to a new state report highlighting the extreme costs to consumers if the climate law is fully implemented without changes. The report estimates that, by 2031, New Yorkers would face:

– $4,100+ gross annual increase for upstate households using oil or natural gas heat

– $7,000 gross annual increase for small and medium commercial businesses

– $2.23 more per gallon for gasoline

– $2.41 more per gallon for diesel

Even after factoring in potential subsidies and fuel cost reductions from converting household heating equipment and other appliances to electric, the average upstate household faces a $2,450+ annual increase in energy costs.

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