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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.
State must spend 35% of climate funds on these designated neighborhoods.
City to Mandate Composting of Yard Waste
March 27, 2023
Mandatory program would begin in June, differs from voluntary organics recycling.
It's Official — Dirty No. 4 Fuel Oil Is on the Way Out
March 24, 2023
Mayor signs bill that will accelerate the city's ban on a prime air pollutant.
Are Co-op and Condo Boards Waking Up to the Upside of Retrofits?
Written by Bill Morris on March 09, 2023
Realizing resistance is futile, boards are embracing energy efficiency projects.
Bill Would Ease Restrictions on Rooftop Solar Installations
March 06, 2023
Loosening fire department restrictions could boost solar for co-ops and condos.
Green Technology Coming to Co-ops and Condos of Modest Means
March 03, 2023
Brooklyn's BlocPower set to retrofit tens of thousands of apartments.
Problem Solved: Avoiding Fines by Combining Roof and Facade Projects
February 28, 2023
Co-op and condo boards need to act now to avoid fines for carbon emissions.
New Study Reveals Health Benefits of Electric Stoves
February 27, 2023
Another reason emerges for co-op and condo boards to switch from gas stoves.
Five Steps on the Road to Compliance With Local Law 97
Written by Gustavo Rusconi on February 23, 2023
To avoid looming fines, co-op and condo boards need to get busy right now.
No. 4 Oil Is the Latest Fossil Fuel to Get Banned in New York City
February 21, 2023
City council passes bill that speeds up the end of the dirtiest remaining fossil fuel.
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