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Seattle passes landmark law to create greener buildings. Owners of existing buildings larger than 20,000 square feet are required to take steps to incrementally reduce their building’s greenhouse gas emissions. City of Seattle, https://lnkd.in/eX7kWkhE #ClimateAction #ClimateChange #SmartCities.

Please consider applying and/or sharing this exciting opportunity with your communities and networks to apply by August 28 to become a Green New Deal Oversight Board (GND Oversight Board) member and shape how the City of Seattle is investing in and implementing Seattle’s Green New Deal. GND Oversight Board Members have successfully advocated for community-driven climate and environmental justice solutions as City government works to rapidly eliminate fossil fuel pollution. Visit the GND Oversight Board’s website for more information, including how to apply to become a Board Member and Board Member roles and responsibilities. The City of Seattle’s Office of Sustainability & Environment is now seeking applicants for the following GND Oversight Board 3-year term seats: --Environmental justice organization representative --Representative with experience in greenhouse gas reduction and/or climate resiliency strategies relevant to cities --Two youth representatives between the ages of 16 and 25 who are directly impacted by racial, economic, and environmental injustices --Representative directly impacted by racial, economic, and environmental injustices Stipends are available for Board members, with an expected time commitment of 6-8 hours each month on Board activities. How to Apply: Complete the application by August 28. The application will ask you to submit your resume and respond to two short answer questions. Email [email protected] with questions or to learn more. More information about the Green New Deal Oversight Board: Seattle’s Green New Deal seeks to eliminate climate pollution by 2030 while creating jobs that advance a just and equitable transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy by prioritizing investments in communities most harmed by economic, racial, and environmental injustices. The City of Seattle is seeking passionate individuals to serve on the GND Oversight Board to provide budget, policy, programmatic, and project recommendations to advance Seattle’s Green New Deal and collaborate on climate solutions that promote justice and equity for frontline communities who are most affected by the climate crisis. https://lnkd.in/gJuPAPQx

Fresh from City Hall: A new direction on building emissions with Mayor Adams' latest proposal. The first set of Local Law 97 targets might now extend to 2027! But don't put off getting your building running green. Read more to stay in the know https://hubs.li/Q022P6Kl0 #NYCRealEstate #SustainableFuture #BuildingBetterTogether #NYCUpdates #LocalLaw97

💯Have you ever thought about what New York has to offer in setting up decarbonization goals for buildings emitting emissions? ⚒️ Buildings account for approximately two-thirds of greenhouse gas emissions in New York City. To combat climate change and reduce emissions, Local Law 97 was introduced. It was included in the Climate Mobilization Act, passed by the City Council in April 2019 as part of the Mayor’s New York City Green New Deal. 🎯 Local Law 97 sets out to reduce building emissions by 40% by 2030 and 80% by 2050. 💵 Under LL97, most buildings over 25,000 gross square feet that exceed emissions limits will face annual fines beginning in 2025. 📃 The law is implied to: - Buildings over 25,000 gross square feet - Two or more buildings on the same tax lot totaling over 50,000 gross square feet. - Two or more buildings are owned by a condo association governed by the same board of managers that exceed 50,000 gross square feet. 🌐 One way to reduce your building emissions is to make improvements that increase energy efficiency or introduce distributed energy resources. Sustainiam provides the exclusive suite that offers to combat the impact of emissions and to safeguard limitations towards the usage of resources by providing an effortless emission calculation via Emission Calculator (ECal). #decarbonizationgoals #nycgreennewdeal #locallaw97 #renewableenergy #sustainability #buildingemissions #emissionreduction #urbansustainiability #carbonfootprint #climatepolicy Arup Bright Power, Inc. US Green Building Council - Orange County World Green Building Council ClimateWorks Foundation

**LL97 Compliance: Path to Sustainability in New York City**🌿 At the heart of New York City, LL97 Compliance is at the forefront of an innovative transformation. This far-sighted plan leads to a brighter, more sustainable future for the city's iconic skyline. Reducing carbon emissions from buildings is a top priority in New York City, so the city has implemented strict requirements and given building owners more autonomy. 🏙️ This path, however, has its challenges. When considering the costs of retrofitting and switching to renewable energy, it's important to distinguish between the duties of the owner and those of a tenant. However, the transition to renewables and sustainability creates diverse employment possibilities and sparks innovation, fostering a robust green economy, so even the greatest obstacles can be seen as opportunities. Factors such as economic instability and resistance may jeopardize this Herculean task. The key to success is strict and consistent execution of the rules. The city that never sleeps hopes for a greener skyline in the future, and you can help it get there by joining the effort! #LL97Compliance #SustainabilityNYC🌎💚 #buildingenergyefficiency #energymodeling #locallaw97 #LL97 #ClimateMobilizationAct #NewYorkCity #plaNYC

A new law in Seattle marks the latest in a wave of local efforts to electrify homes and other buildings. Under the city’s Building Emissions Performance Standard, signed into law last week, all existing commercial and multifamily residential buildings over 20,000 square feet will need to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. Cities and states including Seattle; Ashland, Oregon; and Washington state are sidestepping legal challenges by finding creative alternatives to banning gas outright — including by setting emissions targets, updating building codes and restricting indoor air pollution. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3TxRcni This story was first published by Grist #seattle #ashland #oregon #washington #electrification #decarbonization #buildingelectrification

California has recently achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first state in the United States to implement mandatory measures aimed at reducing embodied carbon emissions. This groundbreaking move entails the establishment of general code standards that require the reduction of embodied carbon emissions in large commercial and school buildings. Embodied carbon refers to the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the entire life cycle of a building, including its construction, materials, and eventual demolition or renovation. By mandating these reduction measures, California is taking proactive steps toward mitigating climate change and promoting sustainable practices within the construction industry. This means the carbon intensity of materials becomes fundamental to projects #CarbonReduction #CarbonEmissions #SustainablePractices #ClimateChange #CarbonIntensity

Michael Scorrano, PE, shares one of the most cost-efficient investments a building can make toward complying with Local Law 97 in Habitat Magazine's feature on building area measurements and why size really does matter. Click the link below to get insight from industry thought leaders and tips on how to keep your building's carbon emission penalties low (or better yet, nonexistent) 👇 #ll97 #Locallaw97 #carbonemissions #buildingefficiency #energyefficiency https://lnkd.in/ghQskdpQ

The most-read story from the previous week's Developer's Digest®, published by CityLand New York Law School, reports how The City Council has voted to approve the "City of Yes" zoning text amendment, a crucial step towards achieving carbon neutrality in New York City. The approved amendment reflects the city's commitment to environmental sustainability and outlines zoning regulations aimed at reducing carbon emissions. Key aspects of the amendment are emphasizing its role in shaping future developments with a focus on eco-friendly practices. The City of Yes initiative signifies a concerted effort by the City Council to address climate change through strategic urban planning, setting a precedent for sustainable zoning practices in major metropolitan areas. To read more stories like this and to stay on top of the most recent news from the development world, subscribe to our Developer’s Digest® using the link below: https://bit.ly/3Qg1qXV #nyc #dsa #developersdigest #developmentsiteadvisors #developmentsites #CityOfYes #CarbonNeutralityNYC #SustainableZoning

On September 12, 2023, the NYC Department of Buildings unveiled a new set of proposed rules for the implementation of Local Law 97. These rules cover compliance, penalties, and incentives for building owners. The proposed rules are open for public comment until a public hearing on October 24. https://lnkd.in/dUZrhaKh Mayor Adams simultaneously launched "Getting 97 Done." The plan focuses on four key elements to reduce building emissions: identifying and targeting city, state, federal, and utility-based financing and funding for upgrades; providing buildings with needed technical advice through the NYC Accelerator; implementing key enforcement mechanisms via a New York City Department of Buildings rule package; and decarbonizing central systems in partnership with New York State. Under Local Law 97, most buildings over 25,000 square feet will be required to meet new energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions limits by 2024, with stricter limits coming into effect in 2030. The goal is to reduce the emissions produced by the city’s largest buildings 40 percent by 2030 and 80 percent by 2050. https://lnkd.in/gB8U29Wk #greenhousegasemissions #greenbuildings #netzero #energyefficiency #newyorkcity #locallaw97