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New ‘Rapid Assessment Framework’ Enables Cities to Analyze, Act on Energy Efficiency

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The World Bank Energy Efficient Cities Initiative has just released a new tool designed to help cities use energy more efficiently.


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Bloomberg's Ambitious Plan to Improve Energy Efficiency in NY Buildings

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energy nyc buildings emissions consumption demand electricity thermal sector power transportNew York Mayor Bloomberg harnessed the green power of Earth Day to unveil a plan that would require NYC buildings – responsible for 80% of the city’s emissions – to undergo regular energy audits and retrofits, as needed, in order to become more energy efficient.


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Clinton Climate Initiative to Pay $20m for Empire State Building Efficiency Retrofit

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empire state building green light night city new york lights dark blue sky photoFormer President Bill Clinton and Mayor Bloomberg appeared at a press conference on the Empire State Building’s 80th floor today to announce a cooperative initiative between the Clinton Climate Initiative and other partners to help green New York’s 78-year old signature building.


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