Urban Green has been a driving force behind New York’s green building policy for over a decade.
Our policy work drives green building progress in New York City and State. Bringing together a deep understanding of building energy and carbon performance, our efforts have helped transform NYC’s building policies to be among the most efficient and resilient in the nation.
Our policy recommendations are grounded in data and informed by engagement with a variety of stakeholders, including building owners and operators, designers and engineers, energy management experts, environmental justice leaders, advocacy organizations, elected officials, and administrative agencies.
Below, you can explore how our policy work has transformed New York.
Since 2010,
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We’ve shaped 100+ laws and regulations
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We’ve convened 450+ groups to inform policy
Upcoming events
Crushing the Code NYC: Residential Building Systems
July 15, 2025
This 1.5-hour, online training prepares building and design professionals in NYC to comply with the residential mechanical, hot water, and lighting requirements in the 2020 NYCECC.
Crushing the Code NYS: Commercial Envelope
July 16, 2025
This 2-hour, online training prepares building and design professionals in NYS to comply with the commercial mechanical, hot water, and lighting requirements in the 2020 ECCCNYS.