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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.
LED Lighting Retrofits Are “Making a Dent”
Written by Bill Morris on July 03, 2017
Con Ed program urges boards to work with certified “market partners.”
Is Your Building Ripe for a Green Roof?
June 30, 2017
Co-op and condo boards need to do the math before taking the plunge.
New study finds that Texas is tops for carbon emissions.
Dispute With Con Ed Can’t Derail Solar Project at Huge Queens Co-op
Written by Frank Lovece on June 16, 2017
After years of struggle, Georgetown Mews is finally installing solar panels.
The Right Way to Switch to LED Lights
Written by Bill Morris on June 13, 2017
Don't pluck that low-hanging fruit! Call Con Ed instead.
East Village tower gets $10 million to build “disaster-resilient” infrastructure.
Bill before the city council would require posting of energy-efficiency grades.
Brooklyn Microgrid Helps Neighbors Trade Energy
Written by Bill Morris on June 05, 2017
Revolutionary program turns energy consumers into producers and sharers.
Forests Can Rejoice: Paperless Applications Are Here To Stay
Written by Marianne Schaefer on May 04, 2017
Co-op boards are finally embracing online applications from apartment buyers.
Cogen Now a Good Fit in Smaller Buildings
Written by Lisa Prevost on May 02, 2017
New technology lets smaller co-ops and condos get in on cogen savings.
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