Buildings of Excellence Competition
Supports zero-carbon multifamily building innovation in New York through competitive grants.
The NYSERDA Buildings of Excellence Competition funds the design, construction, and operation of low- and zero-carbon, climate-resilient multifamily buildings in New York State. Administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) through the Clean Energy Fund's Market Development portfolio, the program has provided cumulative funding of $68 million to $83 million…
Multifamily residential buildings achieving zero-carbon or carbon-neutral performance, energy efficiency, resilience, and community health outcomes.
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