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New York Regulators Reject Sustainable Westchester's Late Filing Request
The state Public Service Commission denied the community choice aggregation program's extension to submit its 2025 annual report.
Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:53pm
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The New York State Public Service Commission has denied Sustainable Westchester's request for an extension to file its 2025 Community Choice Aggregation annual report. The report was due on March 31, 2026, but Sustainable Westchester asked for an extension until April 10. The PSC ruled that the extension request was not submitted by the required deadline and directed the organization to file the report as soon as possible, but no later than April 7, 2026.
Why it matters
Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) programs allow local governments to pool the electricity demand of residents and businesses to purchase energy on their behalf. Sustainable Westchester's CCA program is one of the largest in New York state, serving over 200,000 customers. The timely filing of the annual report is important for regulatory oversight and transparency around the program's operations and performance.
The details
In a letter dated April 1, 2026, PSC Secretary Michelle L. Phillips wrote that Sustainable Westchester's extension request was untimely, as it was required to be filed at least one day prior to the March 31 deadline under the CCA Framework Order. Since the request was not submitted in advance, the PSC could not grant the extension, and directed Sustainable Westchester to file the report as soon as possible, but no later than April 7.
- The 2025 CCA annual report was due on March 31, 2026.
- Sustainable Westchester requested an extension until April 10, 2026.
The players
Sustainable Westchester
A community choice aggregation program serving over 200,000 customers in Westchester County, New York.
New York State Public Service Commission
The state regulatory agency that oversees utilities and energy programs in New York.
Michelle L. Phillips
Secretary to the New York State Public Service Commission.
What they’re saying
“Your request is untimely. As a result, Sustainable Westchester should endeavor to file its report as soon as possible, which will be on or before April 7, 2026.”
— Michelle L. Phillips, Secretary to the Commission
“to finish compiling reporting elements from various sources”
— Dan Welsh, Director of Clean Power
What’s next
Sustainable Westchester must file its 2025 CCA annual report by April 7, 2026, as directed by the New York Public Service Commission.
The takeaway
This ruling highlights the importance of timely regulatory filings for community choice aggregation programs in New York. It underscores the need for CCA operators to have robust data collection and reporting processes to meet deadlines, as delays can lead to regulatory scrutiny and potential penalties.
