Author: Jack Archambault
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Exploring equitable electrification
A look at where Grid Ready meets NYC’s Environmental Justice Areas.
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How a global pandemic shifted NYC’s energy use
NYC site energy use and carbon emissions both decreased in 2020.
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Cost of Green in NYC
This analysis of high-rise residential and commercial projects shows green building doesn’t have to be a costly investment.
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There are Holes in Our Walls
AC leaks increase total annual heating costs by $130-$180 million in NYC. Here’s what we can do.
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Green Building Roadmap (2013)
The 2013 Roadmap presents green building recommendations for NYC’s Mayoral candidates.
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Seduced by the View
Do tenants who live and work in all-glass buildings take advantage of the glass by keeping their blinds open?
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High Cholesterol Buildings
How can healthier choices in construction lead to healthier cities?
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Spending Through the Roof
$11 million is lost every year through roof leaks. What can building owners do?
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Worldwide Lessons
Our 2016 report explores lessons from five global peer cities.
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Green Building Roadmap (2017)
The 2017 Roadmap presents green building recommendations for NYC’s Mayoral candidates.
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New York City’s Energy and Water Use 2013 Report
NYC’s 2013 benchmarking data reveal the systems, fuel types and materials used in thousands of NYC buildings.
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New York City’s Energy and Water Use 2014 and 2015 Report
We used the 2014 and 2015 New York City building benchmarking data to explore energy use in NYC buildings.
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Zone Greener: Updating NYC’s Zoning Resolution
Our 2018 report provides 35 recommendations for improving NYC’s Green Zoning regulations.
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The next frontier for energy-efficient products
Our 2018 report looks at the technologies the New York construction market can use today.
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Baby, It’s Cold Inside
Without electricity, buildings are dependent on whatever protection is provided by their walls, windows and roof.
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