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Strategic Blueprint

Communications and Policy

Executive Office

Finance & Procurement

Engineering Audit Office

Human Resources and Staff Development

Infrastructure

Law

Office of Diversity and Industry Relations

Office of Equal Employment Opportunity

Operations

Project Controls

Public Buildings

Safety and Site Support

Technology & Innovation


It is our responsibility to build a city that is healthy and safe for all.

In 1997, we created our Sustainable Design unit to identify and implement cost-effective ways to promote healthier environments in New York City's public buildings. By 2012, more than 65 projects subject to Local Law 86 were designed to incorporate sustainable strategies. These projects helped reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2,021 metric tons per year, and saved 5,720,322 gallons of potable water use annually. That adds up to a savings of $883,389 in energy costs each year. Now, sustainable design is simply how we do business. The majority of our new construction projects must achieve a minimum of 20% energy cost reduction and water savings, as well as a LEED Silver rating from the U.S. Green Building Council.

For us, this is just the beginning. As we enter this new era of green buildings, the City of New York has the influence to improve the overall quality and performance of all newly built and renovated public buildings. Through research and development, we continue to explore the benefits of geothermal systems, stormwater management, and efficient lighting. We encourage you to read through our findings, and learn how we can continue to build a greater, healthier city.

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Publications and Manuals

Geothermal Heat Pump Manual

Water Matters

High Performance Building Guidelines

High Performance Infrastructure Guidelines

Local Laws

Local Law 86

Local Law 31 (LL31)

Local Law 32 (LL32)

Local Law 06 (LL06)

Environmentally Preferable Purchasing (EPP)

Resources

NYC's Roadmap to 80 x 50

Geothermal Systems

Local Law 24 - Solar-Readiness Assessment for NYC Municipal Buildings, 2018

Green Infrastructure

Director: Christopher Diamond
(718) 391-1358
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