New York City Council passed Intro 353A

On September 26th, the New York City Council unanimously passed Intro 353A, legislation to require New York City to generate 100 MW of electricity by 2030 and 150 MW by 2035 by installing solar photovoltaic systems on public buildings with a priority on buildings in frontline communities. 

The legislation was first introduced in 2023 during Climate Week.  It gained bipartisan support in the council, and support grew during the past year.  Union members and climate activists lobbied city council and showed up on the day of the vote.  The legislation was sponsored by Brooklyn Councilmember Sandy Nurse and had 47 co-sponsors before the vote.  The roof readiness and solar system installation work will be done under union agreements, ensuring good green jobs and pathways to great careers.