Local Law 94/92 requires projects involving the construction, addition, or replacement of a structural roof deck to install solar PV or a green roof on all usable roof space. This includes […]

We’re proud of the intelligent, passionate, and hardworking people that make up the Bright Power team. Each month, you’ll get a chance to meet one of them, understand how they contribute to the organization, and what makes them excited to come to work every day. Meet Jessica Young, Systems & Integration Specialist.

The Building Energy Exchange designed the Climate Mobilization Act series to demystify the legislation’s components and connect the community with relevant solutions. Its upcoming program will focus on Local Law 97 retrofit measures. Sentient […]

We’re proud of the intelligent, passionate, and hardworking people that make up the Bright Power team. Each month, you’ll get a chance to meet one of them, understand how they contribute to the organization, and what makes them excited to come to work every day. Meet Bright Power team member Sarah Spencer, Manager of Analysis, National.

The Greener, Greater Buildings Plan was enacted in 2009 to increase the energy efficiency of New York City’s large buildings. With its creation came new regulations to help building owners […]

The Climate Mobilization Act passed in New York City Council on Thursday, April 18, and is now law.  There are eleven pieces of legislation that are part of the Act, but the centerpiece of this legislation is a carbon emissions limit for large NYC buildings (formerly Int. 1253, now Local Law 97)—placing requirements and also presenting opportunities for NYC’s building owners. You can read our analysis on the impact on multifamily buildings here. We’ll help you with what you need to know.

Update: The Climate Mobilization Act passed on April 18, which included Int. 1253-C, PACE financing, building efficiency grades, and seven other bills.  As the New York City Council prepares to […]

Benchmarking involves measuring performance and comparing it to peers using energy and water consumption data. Benchmarking offers an established framework to: Strategically assess the current performance of your buildings versus […]

New York City Council is considering landmark legislation that would set strict limits on the carbon emissions of large buildings.  As recent reports from the IPCC and the federal government […]