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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.
Hydroelectric Power Will Clean Up the City's Electric Grid
December 09, 2022
Work has begun on transmission line that will bring clean power from Canada.
Virtual Town Hall to Help Co-ops and Condos Comply With Local Law 97
December 05, 2022
Free online session will highlight technical and financial resources for boards.
Denial Is Not an Option for Co-op and Condo Boards as Carbon Caps Loom
December 02, 2022
Inertia is widespread even though Local Law 97 goes into effect just over a year from now.
New Law Smooths Way for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in HOAs
November 30, 2022
State is trying to ease the transition to electrification of vehicles and buildings.
Brooklyn Tower to Be City's First All-Renewable Residential Building
November 21, 2022
Co-op and condo boards can get a glimpse of the electric future.
Purists vs. Pragmatists: The Battle Over Renewable Energy Credits
November 18, 2022
Battle rages over controversial compliance tool for Local Law 97.
City Council Wants to Close a Loophole on Local Law 97 Compliance
November 11, 2022
Renewable energy credits could be a lifesaver for some co-ops and condos.
Co-op and condo buildings get a flunking grade thanks to a reporting error.
It's Time for Co-ops and Condos to Wake Up on Local Law 97
November 01, 2022
Head of Co-op & Condo Council worries that boards have their heads in the sand.
Urban Green Council Holding Free Webinar on Local Law 97 Draft Rules
October 28, 2022
Co-op and condo boards can get an education before the public hearing.
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