The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority completed a study which encourages New York lawmakers to invest in solar energy. The study showed that although energy consumers will most likely experience increases in their utilities bill, the potential benefits outweigh the potential rate hikes. The NYSERDA report was released on Tuesday showing …
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Analysts have guessed the New York may have the potential to harness the sun’s rays to produce up to 20%, or more, of its energy needs. But in order to achieve this number in an efficient way, it is necessary to know which rooftops in the city are the most useful for the production of …
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Jason Post, spokesman for New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg announced today that the mayor will unveil several new proposals designed to reduce New York’s carbon footprint as well as to help New Yorkers conserve energy. The plans are to be announced tomorrow in a speech which Mayor Bloomberg will deliver at Harlem Stage, a …
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Unique Solar Powered Charging Station Unveiled in Brooklyn New York’s first, and one of the world’s only solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging stations began powering up cars this past March in Brooklyn Bridge Park. The park is located along Brooklyn’s East River shoreline, and is a 34 hectare experiment in sustainability overlooking the river. Beautiful …
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Education is the main thrust of the School Power…Naturally program. Sponsored by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, this innovative program seeks to give teachers and students the materials to become more informed about solar and wind power solutions as alternative energy resources, especially for New Yorkers. School Power…Naturally is a $2.1 …
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