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Testimony
Energy & Environment
Testimony on Getting to Zero Waste
Submitted to the New York City Council's Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management
April 21, 2021
Achieving zero waste requires a holistic approach that uses City resources efficiently, incentivizes residents to improve their habits, and implements targeted programs and policies.
Letter
Energy & Environment
CBC Letter to Inform City Council Oversight Hearing on Building Electrification
Recommendations on Local Law 97 Implementation
November 17, 2021
Local Law 97 of 2019 set limits on the annual greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of most buildings larger than 25,000 square feet in New York City
Report
Energy & Environment
Balancing Incentives to Maximize Emission Reduction
Recommendations on Local Law 97 Implementation
August 26, 2021
To meet LL97’s emissions reductions goals most cost-effectively, DOB, in consultation with the advisory board, should tailor the policy and compliance rules to provide building owners the most cost-effective compliance paths.
Report
Energy & Environment
Getting Greener
Cost-Effective Options for Achieving New York State's Greenhouse Gas Goals
December 09, 2019
While GHG emissions have risen in other large states like Texas and Florida, New York has been a leader in reducing GHG emissions; the continued focus on getting greener through further emissions reductions is necessary and important.
Report
Energy & Environment
Green in Perspective
6 Facts to Help New Yorkers Understand the CLCPA
July 24, 2019
Six facts about the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, production, regulation, and costs.
Testimony
Energy & Environment
Testimony on the Proposed Paper Carryout Bag Fee
Submitted to the NYC Council Committee on Sanitation and Solid Waste Management
April 16, 2019
CBC supports proposed legislation to impose a 5-cent fee on most paper carryout bags.