Empire State Building Gets A Shiny Green Star

Empire State Building

The Empire State Building's $550 million energy efficient renovation has earned LEED Gold for existing buildings, just in time for the NY icon's 80th birthday. Read more →

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New York Landfill Goes Green Undercover

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The installation of a thin-film photovoltaic cover at a landfill in New York state is transforming the closed dump into a solar power plant. Read more →

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New York Green Home Incentives Offered

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The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority has made green home incentives available through its New York Energy Star Homes Program. Read more →

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Green Job Training For N.Y. Women, Minorities

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A workforce training program for women and minorities interested in pursuing careers in energy efficiency is being developed in Buffalo, New York. Read more →

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Solar Projects Get $150M Boost In New York

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New York State will spend $150 million over five years for large-scale, regional solar power projects in New York City and the Lower Hudson Valley. Read more →

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New York Readying For New Smart Grid

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The state of New York is preparing for the rollout of a multi-million-dollar operation to upgrade its electric network to include smart grid technology. Read more →

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‘Power NY Act’ Supports Efficiency Upgrades

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Under a new law, New Yorkers can get low-interest loans for energy retrofits, and repay the loans through a line item on their utility bill. Read more →

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Turbine Powers Upstate N.Y. Organic Farm

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A wind turbiune at an organic farm in Upstate New York is just the first in a series of energy-saving projects the owners have planned. Read more →

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Energy-Efficient Update For Group’s HQ

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The headquarters for the Jewish advocacy group AJC has earned LEED certification with an eco-friendly retrofit that overhauled most of its essential systems. Read more →

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LEED Gold Goes To NY Community College

Westchester Gateway Center

Westchester Community College's Gateway Center -- including classrooms and language labs for ESL learners -- has taken LEED Gold certification for green practices. Read more →

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