MNN - Mother Nature Network - Envrionmental News
improve your world
  • WorldShares
  • State Reports
  • Idea Lab
  • Mixed Greens
  • Videos
  • Photos
  • Blogs
  • Advice
  • MNN Community
  • MNN Social
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Follow us    
  • Join
  • Log in
  • Earth Matters

    Browse All » Animals Weather Energy Politics Space Translating Uncle Sam Wilderness & Resources

  • Health

    Browse All » Allergies Fitness & Well-Being Healthy Spaces

  • Lifestyle

    Browse All » Arts & Culture Travel Natural Beauty & Fashion Recycling Responsible Living

  • GREEN TECH

    Browse All » Computers Gadgets & Electronics Research & Innovations Transportation

  • Eco-Biz & Money

    Browse All » Green Workplace Personal Finance Sustainable Business Practices

  • Food & Drink

    Browse All » Beverages Healthy Eating Recipes

  • Your Home

    Browse All » At Home Organic Farming & Gardening Remodeling & Design

  • family

    Browse All » Babies & Pregnancy Family Activities Pets Protection & Safety

MNN.COM›

MNN BLOGGERS

Melissa Hincha-Ownby

NYC green building program launches

The latest green building program in NYC aims to train 1,000 building superintendents in one year.

Tue, Sep 29 2009 at 7:00 AM EST

Photo: Newscom
New York City’s mass of commercial and high-rise residential buildings provide the city’s managers with an opportunity to drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the city. By focusing on energy-efficient upgrades, residents and property managers can save money and the city can reduce its building-generated carbon footprint. A new green building program has been launched to train 1,000 building superintendents in the city on energy efficient practices in the next year.
 
The program, One Year, One Thousand Green Supers was announced in a Sept. 25 ceremony attended by Mayor Michael Bloomberg, Jim Berg (Realty Advisory), and Mike Fishman (32BJ).
 
“One Year, One Thousand Green Supers, which is approved by the U.S. Green Building Council and the Building Performance Institute, is part of the Thomas Shortman Training Fund. The program is a 40-hour class that provides building service workers with the latest, state-of-the-art practices in energy-efficient operations. The curriculum trains workers to identify and address wasted energy, create a green operating plan and perform cost-benefit analysis for building owners and managers.” Source: 32BJ
 
The official program launched after a successful pilot in which mangers from 40 buildings successfully completed the program. Although it is nearly October, an additional 300 supers are expected to finish the program by year-end.
The opinions expressed by MNN Bloggers and those providing comments are theirs alone, and do not reflect the opinions of MNN.com. While we have reviewed their content to make sure it complies with our Terms and Conditions, MNN is not responsible for the accuracy of any of their information.
 
WorldShares lets you earn donations for your favorite nonprofit. Earn up to 20 points now.
Learn More
Earn Points
What's this?
Email Twitter Stumble Digg ShareShare
CLOSE link:
Previous Post
New Orleans is home to greenest community
   Next Post
The Economics of Sustainable Buildings
Related Links
Related Topics
  • Energy Efficiency
  • Green Building
  • Comments

    Follow this conversation
    Add your comment
    View:
    • All (0)

    Add your comment

    Sign in with one of these accounts or just add your comment below.
      Log in or
      create an account
       
      Login
    Used only for emailed comments and will not be displayed with your post
    Notify me with an email when other people comment on this article.
    The posting of advertisement, profanity or personal attacks is prohibited.
    Click here to review our Terms of Use

    ADVERTISEMENT

    TOP MEMBERSJoin Now
    • poland.jr
      20869 points
    • achase
      9278 points
    • ecomainegirl
      9158 points
    • LauraB
      5049 points
    • Momof2
      4479 points
    All members

    SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER

    CONNECT WITH MNN

    Follow @twitterapi
     Tumblr
     Google +
    FROM OUR SPONSOR
    SUSTAINABILITY FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW
    Are You an Everyday Superhero?
    When it comes to the environment, it doesn’t always take big, bold action.... more >
    Fun Tree Facts
    Test your treevia! more >
    Sustainable forestry rocks - part 2
    In this video, Chuck shares more of his passion for sustainable forestry and... more >
    James Bennett Named 2011 Brawny Industrial Great American Worker
    Georgia-Pacific honors Bennett and others for their positive contributions more >
    DensDeck roof boards contribute to the green building movement
    Take a closer look at few of the traits that make DensDeck Roof Boards a... more >

    GP Facebook link

    ADVERTISEMENT

    Editors' Picks

    4 snowboarders who fight for the planet
    Year of the Dragon parade and more great photos
    12 unforgettable Super Bowl animal ads
    Barrymore shines in 'Big Miracle'
    What's the big deal about eating your vegetables?

    MNN Originals

    MNN Eco-GlossaryMixed Greens: Leading voices in sustainabilityThis Day in HistoryMNN pollsInfographics

     


    • Earth Matters
    • Health
    • Lifestyle
    • Green Tech
    • Eco-Biz & Money
    • Food & Drink
    • Your Home
    • Family

    Quick Links

    • Welcome to MNN
    • Editors' Blog
    • About us
    • Advisory Board
    • Press
    • Sitemap
    • Privacy
    • Terms of service

    MNN Tools

    • Idea Lab
    • Mixed Greens
    • Videos
    • Photos
    • Blogs
    • Advice
    • MNN Community
    • MNN Social

    All About MNN

    • Newsletters
    • RSS
    • Eco-glossary
    • Widgets
    • MNN Contests
    • MNN Lists
    • MNN Mobile
    • Contact Us

     


     

    Copyright © 2012 MNN Holdings, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Website by GLICK INTERACTIVE | Powered by CIRRACORE
     
    SPONSORS