Solar Power Initiative Solidifies New York City’s Commitment to Renewable Energy

(NEW YORK – February 4, 2016) New York City will increase solar power capacity in public buildings by five times as much as its current levels by 2018, announced Mayor Bill de Blasio today during the State of the City Address. The push aims to add 19 megawatts of solar energy to the electric grid from the existing five, and get the city closer to its objective of generating 100 megawatts of renewable energy from city-owned buildings by 2025.

“Strengthening New York City’s history of leading by example, Mayor de Blasio’s announcement demonstrates his commitment to accelerating the city’s clean energy economy. This approach has the potential to cut pollution, save money, create local jobs and improve New Yorkers’ quality of life. It is also an excellent sign of things to come.”

• Rory Christian, Director, New York Clean Energy, Environmental Defense Fund