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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.
Co-ops and Condos Are Still Major Energy Wasters
Written by Marianne Schaefer on March 22, 2018
Boards need to take the long view on energy-saving projects.
Now Everyone Can Tap Into Solar Energy
Written by Bill Morris on March 08, 2018
City’s first “community solar” array overcomes all obstacles.
Hurry, These Oil-to-Gas Incentives Won't Last!
February 15, 2018
Con Ed is offering up to $75,000 per building to the lucky few.
Solar Power Is Booming Across New York State
Written by Adam Janos on February 08, 2018
City’s co-ops and condos face challenges – and opportunity.
Solar Power Is Booming Across New York State
Written by Adam Janos on February 08, 2018
City’s co-ops and condos face challenges – and opportunity.
Fees for Garbage Pickup Could Be Coming
January 31, 2018
“Pay as you throw” proposal seeks to increase recycling.
Green Project Gets Green Financing
Written by Paula Chin on December 29, 2017
A little-known pot of money helps a co-op switch from oil to gas.
Co-ops and Condos to Get Letter Grades for Energy Efficiency
Written by Bill Morris on December 28, 2017
The greener the building, the higher its value.
Greenlighting Green Projects With Green Financing
Written by Paula Chin on December 15, 2017
Washington Heights co-op gets unique loan for oil-to-gas switch.
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