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Energy is one budget item that NYC co-ops and condos can lower, and the articles here will give you ideas on how to do that. Plus, New York City has passed an ambitious set of laws that requires buildings to reduce their carbon emissions over the next decade, and all buildings will have to comply. For co-ops and condos, this means taking action now.
Tax Abatements for Solar Panels Could Get Extended
June 19, 2018
State legislature supports two-year extension of popular tax break.
Energy Benchmarking Deadline Pushed Back to December 31
Written by Bill Morris on June 14, 2018
“Incomplete data” on 2017 energy use pushes city to act.
Carroll Street Solar Farm Lets the Sun Shine In
June 07, 2018
Another pioneer in the city’s burgeoning community-solar movement.
A 100-Percent-Renewable Electric Grid Is Doable
June 05, 2018
City's co-ops and condos lead embrace of solar energy.
Boards Need a Guide in the Renewable-Energy Jungle
Written by Frank Lovece on June 01, 2018
Consultants can help unravel technology, taxes, grants, and incentives.
What, Exactly, Is “Green” Energy?
Written by Frank Lovece on May 21, 2018
Systems powered by fossil fuels don’t make the “renewable” cut.
The Three Pillars of a Green Building
Written by Frank Lovece on May 07, 2018
Cash incentives, tax rebates and lower energy bills add up to a big payday.
City Trying to Breathe Life Into Wind Energy
April 24, 2018
New bill would streamline applications for rooftop wind turbines.
Green Team Goes After More Than Low-Hanging Fruit
Written by Paula Chin on April 13, 2018
Committee helped Park Terrace Gardens slash energy costs.
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