Sustainable Building News - September 18, 2023

Sustainable Building News

September 18, 2023

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Mayor
Launches "Getting 97 Done"

To show his
administration's commitment to the success of Local Law 97 of
2019, last week Mayor Adams launched

"Getting 97 Done", a new comprehensive plan to cut
carbon emissions from New York City's largest buildings.

The plan includes four key elements:

Identifying city,
state, federal & utility-based retrofit funding

Providing technical
advice through NYC
Accelerator

Implementing
enforcement mechanisms via DOB's rule package

Decarbonizing
central systems in partnership with NY State

By following through on
these objectives, New York City will succeed in significantly
reducing the City's Carbon footprint this decade, and be on the
way to the goal of carbon neutrality by 2050.

Read the Press Release

DOB Releases Latest Rules Package for Local Law 97

Our proposed second
major rule package for Local Law 97 is out, providing clear
guidance for enforcement, "Good Faith Efforts," affordable
housing buildings, beneficial electrification and more!

Informed by the collaborative work of the city's Local Law 97
Advisory Board and Climate Working Groups, the proposed rule set
includes the following provisions:

Set out penalties
for noncompliance at the maximum amount allowed under the
law;

Outlines how
property owners can demonstrate a "Good Faith Effort", as
written in Local Law 97;

Prohibits buildings
that qualify for the "Good Faith Effort" provision of the
law and implement a decarbonization plan, from purchasing
renewable energy credits as part of reaching their emissions
reduction targets in the first compliance period;

Establishes a new
credit for early electrification work in a building that
owners can apply towards compliance with their emissions
reduction targets;

Provides guidance
for certain affordable housing buildings and houses of
worship on their Local Law 97 prescriptive compliance
pathways under Article 321 of the law.

Check out the proposed rules, and learn how you can comment on the
regulations at the public hearing scheduled for October 24th,
2023.

Celebrate Climate Week With Us

Climate Week in New York
City starts today, September 18th. To celebrate, DOB
sustainability experts are participating in online and in-person
events for the public all week long.

On Tuesday, September
19th, DOB will be hosting "NYC Accelerator Day @ DOB" in our
Manhattan Borough Office, located at 280 Broadway, Manhattan.

Register for the event here.

Also on Tuesday,
September 19th, DOB will take part in a panel discussion hosted
by AIANY to talk about the City's Energy Codes and
sustainability mandates.

Register for the event here.

On Wednesday,
September 20th, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr.
will host a Queens Climate Expo at Queens Borough Hall.

RSVP for the event here.

On Thursday, September
21st, Urban Green will be hosting a virtual presentation by
DOB's Sustainability bureau unpacking the proposed Local Law 97
rules package.

Register for the event here.

Also on Thursday,
September 21st, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso and
Councilmember Lincoln Restler will co-sponsor the Brooklyn
Sustainable Building Resource Fair at Brooklyn Borough Hall.

Register for the event here.

On Friday, September
22nd, Chief Sustainability Officer Gina Bocra, R.A., will join
Regenerative Metropolis: High Performance Carbon Sequestration,
a Policy Roundtable discussing embodied cardon.

Register for the event Here.

Climate Week Movie Recommendations

In honor of Climate
Week, we will be sure to rewatch some of our favorite movies
with climate-themed titles. Check out these much-loved films -
their titles just might help you bear in mind some
climate-friendly sustainability and building maintenance tips.

Some Like it Hot

Most like it hot (or at least warm) in the winter months, so to
make sure your or your building's residents stay warm by
regularly checking and maintaining your heating equipment. Many
boilers in New York City are subject to annual inspection
requirements.

Get more info on boiler requirements here.

Frozen

Winter temperatures in New York can get well below freezing, and
pipes that are not in constant use can freeze solid. The
resulting damage from frozen pipes can be a real mess.

For information on how to prevent freezing, and thaw frozen
pipes safely, look here.

Winter's Bone

Many preparations are needed for winter, including reducing
draft, cleaning your chimney, protecting water meters,
preventing snow accumulation, and installing smoke alarms.

A full list of tips can be found here.

Gone with the Wind

Reduce drafts to properly air seal your home from the wind.
Drafts cause heating and cooling systems to work harder to heat
your home, wasting energy.

See other weatherizing tips here.

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

Don't worry about a cloudy day with solar panels - they are
still able to generate electricity in indirect light. The best
time to consider solar panels for your property is now, as there
are several incentives for NYC buildings to do so.

Find out more about available tax abatement program here.

Singin' in the Rain

With all of the rainwater absorption, insulation, and
vegetation that a Green Roof provides, you'll be singing for
joy, rain or shine! There are also tax incentives for green roof
insulation in NYC,

more information can be found here.

Rain Man

Heavy rain bursts over a short period can cause flooding that
damages streets and buildings. While storms paths can be
unpredictable, you can help prevent flooding by clearing your
nearest catch basin, conserving water, and treating the sewer
system with care. Learn
more from our friends at DEP.

Winter Is Coming - Get Prepared

Fall is almost here and
winter is right behind it, so don't forget to change your
household habits accordingly. It's never too late to prepare for
the cold winter months. Here's a list of tips that will help you
stay comfortable and save money.

Cover drafty windows
with plastic covers or heavy drapes.

Find and seal any
air leaks around windows, doors & plumbing.

Set thermostat to
cooler temps while you're sleeping or not at home.

Schedule
tune-ups/maintenance for your heating systems to make sure
they're running efficiently.

Keep fireplace flue
dampers closed to stop heat from escaping.

For more energy saving
information,

visit energy.gov.

For more information on sustainability,

visit us online.

Jimmy Oddo,
Commissioner

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