Trade/Profession: Architecture & Interior Design
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What’s New in the 2020 Energy Code?
NYC’s forward-thinking energy code is a critical building block for a low-carbon future.
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NYC’s Sustainable Roof Laws
Using clean energy and vegetation, New Yorkers can leverage rooftops to lower energy bills and cut carbon emissions.
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Are you a quitter or a retrofitter?
Urban Green Council’s 2019 conference, Retrofitting to Scale, explored the transition implemented by Local Law 97.
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The Smart Building Summit
In 2019, professionals explored how automation improves energy performance and tenant wellness.
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Blowing off steam: Answering your questions
Urban Green Council’s latest report tackles pressing questions about the state of steam heat systems in New York City.
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Weathering the storm: The intersection of finance and resilience
Resiliency was front and center at our 2018 conference.
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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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Air source heat pumps: Not just a pipe dream
Air source heat pumps can help lead the transition to electrified domestic hot water systems in NYC.
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Resiliency: The price of inaction
In November 2017, we hosted an event that looked at resiliency at the city, campus and individual building levels.
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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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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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Spending Through the Roof
$11 million is lost every year through roof leaks. What can building owners do?
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High Cholesterol Buildings
How can healthier choices in construction lead to healthier cities?
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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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Building Resiliency Task Force
Convened following Superstorm Sandy, the 200-plus member task force developed a comprehensive plan to make New York’s buildings and residents better prepared for extreme weather events.