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 NYS: Energy Code 101
July 1, 2025
This 2-hour, online training is being delivered privately through Watchtower. Students will learn what the 2020 ECCCNYS is, why it was developed, where it’s headed and the different ways to comply.
Crushing the Code NYC: Energy Code 101
July 1, 2025
In this 2-hour, online training, students learn what the 2020 NYCECC is, why it was developed, where it’s headed and the different ways to comply.