Featured Stories
NYSERDA’s featured stories provide insights into New York’s clean energy transition and offer practical information for New Yorkers to incorporate clean energy into their homes and businesses. From energy-saving opportunities to local climate impacts, NYSERDA is covering clean energy topics and issues that affect our communities, environment, and economy.
Most Recent Stories
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The Business Case for Decarbonization
Commercial and industrial building owners can decarbonize and generate value through a phased, holistic approach, known as Resource Efficient Decarbonization.
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Unlocking Building Heat Recovery
Heat recovery systems are an effective solution to cut energy costs and decarbonize buildings. Here’s how to develop a heat recovery strategy.
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Experience the Comfort of Clean Heat
Visit a local business or public space near you to learn more about heat pumps and feel the difference in comfort with clean heating and cooling.
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NYS Guide to Inflation Reduction Act Savings
Save money on clean energy upgrades to your home, business, or vehicle.
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Strategies for Small Business Decarbonization
Small business owners are no stranger to wearing many hats, but developing a plan for energy reduction and electrification could be unfamiliar territory.
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How New Yorkers Are Using IRA Tax Credits
New Yorkers claimed $374 million in IRA residential energy tax credits. Find out how IRA savings are making home energy upgrades more affordable.
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All Featured Stories
Featured Story | Description | Publish Order | Keywords |
The Business Case for Decarbonization | Commercial and industrial building owners can decarbonize and generate value through a phased, holistic approach, known as Resource Efficient Decarbonization. | 043 | Building decarbonization, reducing energy, sustainability goals, decarbonization projects, decarbonization strategy, low-carbon retrofits, decarbonization retrofits |
Experience the Comfort of Clean Heat | Visit a local business or public space near you to learn more about heat pumps and feel the difference in comfort with clean heating and cooling. | 042 | Heat pumps, air source heat pumps, geothermal heat pumps, heat pump experience, clean heating |
Unlocking Building Heat Recovery | Heat recovery systems are an effective solution to cut energy costs and decarbonize buildings. Here’s how to develop a heat recovery strategy. | 041 | Heat recovery, waste heat, heat pumps, water source heat pumps, air ventilation, ventilation system, cut energy costs, decarbonize buildings, building decarbonization |
How New Yorkers Are Using IRA Tax Credits | New Yorkers claimed $374 million in IRA residential energy tax credits. Find out how IRA savings are making home energy upgrades more affordable. | 040 | Inflation Reduction Act, home improvement, residential energy |
Strategies for Small Business Decarbonization | Small business owners are no stranger to wearing many hats, but developing a plan for energy reduction and electrification could be unfamiliar territory. | 039 | |
New York Schools Are Going Green | School districts are investing in clean energy and energy efficiency to create healthier learning and teaching environments. | 038 | Green schools, healthy schools, electric bus, diesel bus, energy education |
Clean Energy Jobs Powering the Future | New York’s clean energy economy is creating new jobs across the state. Here’s a look at leading clean energy careers for New Yorkers. | 037 | Energy jobs, clean energy jobs, energy careers, solar jobs, wind turbine technician, solar installer, HVAC technician |
Funding Your Decarbonization Project | Developing a funding strategy is essential to help plug gaps in the capital needed for building decarbonization projects. | 036 | energy financing, IRA tax credit, funding energy, energy improvements, building decarbonization, decarbonizing buildings, decarbonization goals |
Why Choose Electric Home Equipment | More homeowners are ditching fossil fuels and electrifying with safety, efficiency, and sustainability in mind. | 035 | Home electrification, heat pumps, induction stoves, home efficiency |
How NY Green Bank is Advancing Clean Energy | NY Green Bank is expanding clean energy financing and demonstrating replicable models for private lenders. Green Bank President, Andrew Kessler, joins us to discuss how.. | 034 | Green bank, clean energy financing, finance energy, community solar |
Optimizing Building Systems for Decarbonization | Across building types, smart technologies enable property owners to get the most out of their investments in energy efficiency and decarbonization. | 033 | Building energy, smart technology, building systems, RTEM system, energy management, building decarbonization |
Preparing Your Organization for Decarbonization | Training staff and building a skilled and knowledgeable team are fundamental to a strategic energy and decarbonization plan. | 032 | Building decarbonization, staff training, workforce development, facilities teams, facilities staff |
NYS Parks Are Championing Clean Energy | From heat pumps to solar arrays, here's how New York's state parks and historic sites are greening their operations. | 031 | New York state parks, building efficiency, electric landscaping equipment, solar arrays, clean energy |
First Steps to Building Decarbonization | Building decarbonization begins with energy efficiency. Here’s what New York building owners need to know to prepare for an all-electric future. | 030 | Building decarbonization, energy efficiency, building efficiency, building energy, building electrification |
Heat Pumps Outsell Gas Furnaces Again | More Americans bought heat pumps than gas furnaces for a second consecutive year. Find out what makes the dual heating and cooling system such a hot commodity. | 029 | Heat pump, geothermal heat pump, air source heat pump, gas furnace, oil furnace, IRA tax credit, clean heat, IRA incentives |
Energy Efficiency’s Role in Building Decarbonization | Building decarbonization begins with energy efficiency. Here’s what commercial, industrial, and multifamily building owners need to know to prepare for an all-electric future. |
028 | building electrification, business, retrofit |
Introducing New York’s Regional Clean Energy Hubs |
Get hands-on support from local experts in navigating clean energy technologies, programs, and incentives for your home or business. |
027 | energy assistance, assistance programs, emergency assistance, home efficiency, small business, low-income, energy affordability |
Electric Yard Equipment Buyer's Guide | Cut costs, noise, and emissions when you switch from gas-powered to all-electric outdoor equipment. | 026 | electrification, lawn equipment |
Energy-Saving Home Improvement Ideas | Improve indoor comfort and lower your energy bills with these energy-saving home improvements. | 024 | home appliances, heat pumps, solar, energy efficiency |
A Chat With NYSERDA President Doreen Harris | NYSERDA President and CEO, Doreen M. Harris, discusses her clean energy career path, women who inspired her, and the future of clean energy jobs in New York | 022 | economy, economic development |
NYS Guide to Inflation Reduction Act Savings | Save money on clean energy upgrades to your home, business, or vehicle. | 004 | IRA, IRA tax credit, heat pump, electric vehicles, solar |
Navigating Building Decarbonization in New York | Learn how commercial and industrial facilities can start building value today through energy efficiency and strategic electrification to make progress toward a decarbonized future. | 025 | multifamily |
IRA Guide for Nonprofits and Municipalities | Tax-exempt organizations can receive IRA tax credits as direct payments for eligible clean energy projects. Here's how it works | 021 | local governments, tribal governments, school districts, inflation reduction act |
All About Heat Pump Water Heaters | This ultra-efficient equipment is pumping up home energy savings. Here’s how to make the switch and leverage available incentives. | 020 | home appliances, IRA tax credits |
Updated IRA EV Tax Credits Explained | The IRA tax credit for electric vehicles has new rules for 2024. Here’s what you need to know if buying a new or used EV. | 023 | Inflation Reduction Act, EV rebate, clean transportation |
Steps to Lower Your Carbon Footprint | Actions to reduce greenhouse emissions on any scale can add up to combat change and deliver financial, health, and environmental benefits. | 018 | climate action, greenhouse gas emissions |
New York Leads U.S. on Community Solar | Tap into New York’s two gigawatts of community solar to lower your electric bills and carbon footprint. | 019 | clean energy, renewable energy |
Used Electric Vehicle Buyer’s Guide | Increasing inventory and IRA tax credits are driving an emerging used electric vehicle market. | 017 | EV tax credit, Inflation Reduction Act, clean transportation |
Increasing Access to Clean Energy & Efficiency | New York State is advancing energy affordability and access to clean energy to ensure everyone benefits from the clean energy economy. | 016 | energy assistance, low-income energy, low-income programs |
The Buyer's Guide to Induction Cooktops | Induction cooktops offer a cleaner, safer, and more efficient way to cook. Here’s what to know before bringing an induction stove home. | 015 | home appliances, home improvement |
How to Weatherize for Winter | Weatherization delivers energy savings and healthier and more comfortable living spaces. Learn more about the benefits and incentives for weatherizing. | 014 | energy assessment, energy efficiency, heat pumps, insulation, air sealing, Inflation Reduction Act |
Complete Guide to Home Energy Assessments | Energy assessments are the first step to improving home energy performance. Here’s what to expect and how to get started with a qualified energy auditor. | 013 | energy efficiency, home improvement |
Transforming Brownfields for a Greener Future | New York is working to turn brownfields and other underutilized spaces into build-ready sites for renewable energy projects. | 008 | clean energy, solar |
Recapping Climate Week 2023 | Climate Week 2023 is a wrap. Here’s a look back at New York’s major clean energy announcements and milestones during the weeklong climate summit. | 011 | climate action |
Discover Clean Energy Careers: Roadtrip Nation | Three New Yorkers traverse the Empire State to explore jobs fueling the clean energy transition. | 009 | jobs, clean energy jobs, workforce, clean energy careers, economy |
How New York is Preparing for an EV Future | Electric vehicle charging access is expanding at workplaces, public facilities, and multifamily housing across New York. | 012 | charging station, EV charger, clean transportation |
How to Participate in Climate Week NYC 2023 | Climate Week NYC has many events, panels, and opportunities to engage on climate action. Learn how to get involved and make sustainable changes at home. | 010 | |
Protecting New Yorkers from Extreme Heat | More frequent heat waves pose increasing risks to New York’s public health and energy systems. | 006 | climate change, climate justice, environmental justice |
Towns Advancing Clean Energy and Efficiency | Learn how three New York small towns are advancing clean energy and emissions reduction in their municipal operation and communities. | 005 | local governments |
Top 5 Reasons Drivers Are Choosing EVs | Learn why more drivers are planning to buy or lease an electric vehicle, plus the benefits and incentives available for going electric. | 003 | clean transportation, IRA tax credit, EV tax credit, Inflation Reduction Act |
Counties Leading the Charge on Clean Energy | Across New York, municipalities are advancing clean energy solutions for their communities. | 002 | local governments |
U.S. Heat Pump Sales Surpassed Gas Furnaces in 2022 | Efficient and emission-free, heat pumps are becoming more popular in New York and beyond. | 001 | IRA tax credit, Inflation Reduction Act, clean heating, home improvement |