For many building owners in the greater NY area, any mention of LL97 will get some eyes rolling. The initiative to reduce carbon emissions in commercial NYC buildings was first passed into law in 2019, but only now are building owners being faced with the possibilities of penalties for non-compliance. It’s actually an understandable reaction. 2024 marked the first formal Read More
Local Law 97, a pioneering initiative in New York City, has been hailed as a groundbreaking step towards combating climate change. Enacted in 2019 as part of the city’s Climate Mobilization Act, this law mandates strict emissions caps for large buildings, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030 and by 80% by 2050. This ambitious legislation targets Read More
New York City’s Local Law 97 (LL97) is a ground-breaking piece of legislation aimed at drastically reducing greenhouse gas emissions from buildings, which are the city’s largest source of emissions. LL97 mandates that commercial buildings over 25,000 square feet must comply with strict emissions caps starting in 2024, with even tighter limits by 2030. Non-compliance can result in hefty fines, Read More