Includes background on the state of knowledge on soil health in NY, historical and current soil health efforts within and beyond NY, and key stakeholders and organizations involved in efforts to improve NY soil health.
Provides an overview of how states across the country are incorporating renewable thermal technologies into their RPS programs.
Would establish tax credits and preferential procurement status for low-carbon concrete.
Provides an updated review of state and local electrification programs, focusing on space heating, which is the largest use of fossil fuels in buildings.
First-in-the-world rule requiring truck manufacturers to transition from diesel trucks and vans to electric zero-emission trucks beginning in 2024.
A $15 million program to support development and demonstration of low-carbon Clean Thermal District Systems installations.
Through the NYS Clean Heat program, electric utility companies offer rebates on both air and ground source heat pumps.
Surveys national and international examples of current building performance standards and pending proposals, and discusses key policy and design decisions, including scope of coverage, standards, metrics, trading, and exemptions.
Proceeding on the future of natural gas in Massachusetts, including the development of policies aligned with the state's 2050 climate target, and protecting the state’s gas consumers during the transition away from fossil fuels.