BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — New York's push toward an all-electric future sparked a debate at a public hearing Wednesday night, as residents and Republican lawmakers questioned the feasibility and cost of Gov. Kathy Hochul's clean energy goals.

The state's Energy Plan Task Force held the hearing in Buffalo, allowing community members to voice concerns about legislation that bans natural gas use, mandates emission reductions and transitions New York to clean electric energy.

The debate highlights growing tensions over the state's energy future, with supporters emphasizing environmental and health benefits while critics worry about reliability and affordability.

It was also held over Zoom for people to listen in, if they were unable to attend the in-person conversation at the Buffalo & Erie Co

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