New York City Introduces Legislation to Improve Energy Efficiency in Buildings
EDF statement from Rory Christian, Director, New York Clean Energy
(NEW YORK, NY – June 7, 2017) The New York City Council today introduced a number of legislative proposals that will advance clean energy in New York City. Most notable among these bills is a recommendation to establish an energy policy taskforce that will set ongoing energy efficiency goals for city buildings. The other proposals will require landlords to enforce increased measures for more efficient energy use, including information disclosure about a building’s energy efficiency when selling or leasing a space, increased use of solar in municipal buildings.
“Nearly 75 percent of pollution in New York City comes from buildings, so improving energy efficiency is key to reduce pollution. The introduction of these bills not only shows New York City’s resolve to achieve its environmental goals, but also places it at the forefront of the fight against climate change.”
- Rory Christian, Director, New York Clean Energy, Environmental Defense Fund
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