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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.
City Council Tightens Climate Mobilization Act
October 30, 2020
Change will affect some co-ops with rent-regulated apartments.
Energy Efficiency Letter Grades for Co-ops and Condos Are Almost Here
Written by Alex Zafran on October 22, 2020
By Oct. 31, boards must post their building’s letter grades for the first time.
A Co-op’s Backup Generator Goes From Back-Breaker to Life-Saver
Written by Paula Chin on October 21, 2020
Co-op board jumps through bureaucratic hoops to secure backup power.
New York City’s Carbon Reduction Plan Rated Nation’s Best
October 06, 2020
The Climate Mobilization Act puts city on top of the green wave.
Real Estate Industry Pushes Back Against Clean Air Rules
August 31, 2020
COVID plus carbon equals a double-whammy for building owners.
A Simple New Tool for Calculating Carbon Emissions
Written by Bill Morris on July 23, 2020
Here’s the first step toward compliance with the Climate Mobilization Act.
River Terrace Co-op Ready to Bask in Solar Savings
Written by Kathryn Farrell on April 07, 2020
Cogen and solar projects are about to produce major savings.
Georgetown Mews Solar Project Generating Big Savings
Written by Kathryn Farrell on March 31, 2020
Co-op board's doggedness is cutting $385,000 from energy costs.
A Sunset Park Co-op’s Solar Success Story
Written by Kathryn Farrell on March 20, 2020
Asking the right questions leads to big savings on electric bills.
How Will Co-ops and Condos Pay for Energy-Efficiency Retrofits?
Written by William D. McCracken on February 18, 2020
Low interest rates and multiple financing options will be a boon to boards.
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