The Inflation Reduction Act: What We Know Now
On August 16, after a year-long effort, Congress passed the largest investment to combat climate change in our nation’s history as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). . This […]READ MORE
How to Solve Sustainable Construction’s Affordability Problem
In an era of high costs and limited materials, construction firms aim to make greener building more cost-effective with inventive products and methods […] “A few factors drive the cost […]READ MORE
Lottery opens for 117 affordable units at health-focused complex in Brownsville, from $959/month
Applications are now being accepted for 117 newly constructed apartments in Brooklyn. Located at 535 East 98th Street in Brownsville, Vital Brookdale is a health-focused mixed-use residential development that is part of New […]READ MORE
A Delicate Balance: Weighing Embodied vs. Operational Carbon
To optimally reduce the carbon emissions from a given project, we think it is imperative to holistically balance embodied carbon and operational carbon, ensuring they are evaluated concurrently, rather than solving for one at the expense of the other...READ MORE
Moment in the Sun: Queensbridge Houses
When developing community solar business models that deliver meaningful benefits to subscribers and community members, having the right partners at the table can make all the difference. The sizable team […]READ MORE
NYHC 48th Annual Awards Program
Congratulations to This Year’s Honorees and Nominees We are proud to work with impactful organizations and leaders in affordable housing and sustainability. We congratulate this year’s NYHC Annual Award Program […]READ MORE
Standard Communities Completing Substantial Energy Efficiency Upgrades at 151-Unit 100% Affordable Community in Manhattan
Standard Communities, a leading national investor and developer of affordable and workforce housing, is completing extensive energy efficiency upgrades at Polyclinic Apartments, a 151-unit, 100% affordable community at 341 West 50 […]READ MORE
Developers Preserve Key NYC Portfolio
As part of the rehabilitation, 197 kilowatts-DC of solar capacity was installed across several buildings. The 21 buildings that make up the Ascendant Heritage Apartments have been an important source […]READ MORE
Origin Stories: Bright Power’s Caitlin Rood On The Hard Work Of Blending Affordable Housing And Sustainability
This series delves into the myriad ways people enter the commercial real estate industry and what contributes to their success. When Caitlin Rood entered the affordable housing industry in 2013 as […]READ MORE