Greening the Grid: New York’s Energy Future
Explore the future of energy in New York City in the face of changing demand, the rise of renewables, and the advent of community-based generation and distribution…
EDUCATIONAL GREEN ROOFS CONFERENCE
Opening Remarks by Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer Closing Remarks by Council Member Corey Johnson Green roofs can be used as outdoor classrooms all year…
Thinking Globally, Acting Locally on Climate
On Thursday, October 26, 2017, the United Nations Association Southern New York Young Professionals in co-sponsorship with the United Nations Association Mount Sinai campus chapter…
Forest Crew
Forest Crew is open to community members who wish to drop in and volunteer on a weekly, bi-monthly and monthly basis. Priority registration will always…
The New New York Activists: Urban Green Innovators
To mark the 45th anniversary of Earth Day, the Museum of the City of New York will discuss how citizens, entrepreneurs, and policy makers are making an impact on our city’s environment, today and for the future.
NYC Third Annual Green Festival
Come to the largest and longest-running sustainability event in the country, and celebrate Earth Month with the best in green living.
Using apps to enjoy the NYC summer
Check out a list of our favorite apps that help make spending time outside in NYC fun and easy.
Green roofs 101
From beehives to gardens to fully-functioning farms, NYC residents have begun to utilize the city’s rooftops in ongoing efforts to go green. But what exactly is a green roof?
David Hyde Pierce
I’m not a big person for revolution. I believe in change happening at a pace that allows it to meaningful. So much that I’ve seen going on in the city in the past couple years has seemed to be going in the right direction.
Tax Plan to Turn Old Buildings ‘Green’ Finds Favor – NYTimes
Capitalizing on a new tax arrangement that allows property owners to upgrade their buildings at no upfront cost, cutting energy use and utility bills.
The Good Guide – a resource for finding safe, healthy, green & ethical products based on scientific ratings
GoodGuide provides green product ratings.