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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.
Lower Building Emissions Are a Boon Public Health
Written by Marianne Schaefer on November 09, 2017
Greener co-ops and condos are making New Yorkers healthier.
Stuytown Project Will Triple Manhattan’s Solar Output
November 09, 2017
Massive complex is spending $10 million to install 10,000 rooftop solar panels.
The Making of “Black Gold”
Written by Bill Morris on October 30, 2017
Organics recycling produces compost that enriches city’s soil.
Organics Recycling's Newest Convert
Written by Bill Morris on October 20, 2017
Stuy Town and Peter Cooper Village embrace the brown bin.
City's Co-ops and Condos Cut Energy Use and Emissions
October 20, 2017
New report card gives high marks, with major challenges ahead.
Solar Energy Continues Worldwide Rise
October 11, 2017
Despite Trump policies, renewable energy is growing in U.S.
Organics Recycling Wins a Major Convert
Written by Bill Morris on October 06, 2017
Curbside pickup has come to Stuyvesant Town and Peter Cooper Village.
“Shortfall Insurance” Protects Solar Investments
Written by Lisa Prevost on September 26, 2017
Policy guarantees savings even if the sun doesn’t shine.
Big Buildings May Have to Undergo Costly Retrofits
September 20, 2017
Mayor de Blasio proposes new requirements for 14,500 city buildings.
Now There’s Insurance Against Cloudy Days
Written by Lisa Prevost on September 18, 2017
A Queens co-op invests in a unique policy to protect its solar investment.
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