Urban Green Council’s latest report tackles pressing questions about the state of steam heat systems in New York City.
The greenhouse gas reduction target on the Roadmap to 80×50 is daunting due to density, energy demand, and infrastructures.
Our 2018 report looks at the technologies the New York construction market can use today.
Our 2018 report provides 35 recommendations for improving NYC’s Green Zoning regulations.
Air source heat pumps can help lead the transition to electrified domestic hot water systems in NYC.
The City Council approved Local Law 32, creating new parameters for the Department of Buildings.
In November 2017, we hosted an event that looked at resiliency at the city, campus and individual building levels.
We used the 2014 and 2015 New York City building benchmarking data to explore energy use in NYC buildings.
NYC’s 2013 benchmarking data reveal the systems, fuel types and materials used in thousands of NYC buildings.
Our 2016 report explores lessons from five global peer cities.
How can healthier choices in construction lead to healthier cities?
Without electricity, buildings are dependent on whatever protection is provided by their walls, windows and roof.
Do tenants who live and work in all-glass buildings take advantage of the glass by keeping their blinds open?
Recommendations for greening the laws and regulations governing construction.
This analysis of high-rise residential and commercial projects shows green building doesn’t have to be a costly investment.