Join The Manhattan Clean Energy Hub

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Energy affordability has reached a crisis level in New York State. Disadvantaged New Yorkers – particularly people of color and low-income – face the greatest burden because they are required to spend, on average, a disproportionate amount of their household income on energy bills. On top of that, they are more likely to live in older, less energy-efficient homes or apartments that require more energy to heat and cool – raising energy bills even higher. And given that many of these homes may be plagued with issues such as lead paint, mold, and pests, these households are often not eligible for New York State’s energy efficiency and clean energy transition programs because they do not cover the cost of remediation required to do this work.

The Manhattan Clean Energy Hub is a free resource working to ensure that the transition to clean energy is one that all New Yorkers can participate in and benefit from. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) selected WE ACT for Environmental Justice to host and manage its Manhattan Clean Energy Hub, helping residents of Manhattan take advantage of clean energy jobs, energy efficiency improvement, and rebate programs. Below are some areas of direct support we can connect you with. Reach out to us to learn more.

The Hub can assist Manhattan residents, home-owners, organizations, and businesses with:

• Learning about low and no-cost upgrades you can do to improve indoor air quality and reduce energy costs in your home, from insulation to induction stoves
• Understanding the clean energy economy, what it means for communities, and how you can benefit
• Explaining what types of energy incentives you or your business may qualify for
• Assisting with accessing job training and employment opportunities in the clean energy sector
• Discussing a home energy assessment, why it would be useful, and how you can obtain one for free
• Finding a qualified contractor to perform clean energy upgrades, including installing an induction stove or insulating your home
• Assisting with signing up for community solar programs
• Clean energy and climate education through workshops, webinars, etc.

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