Community Solutions

New York’s cities, counties, towns, and villages have a significant role in advancing sustainability and clean energy in their communities and regions. Building codes, policies, and land-use regulation at the local level impact the development of renewable energy systems and implementation of energy efficiency improvements. Local governments also manage community assets with considerable energy consumption, including municipal buildings, landfills, wastewater treatment plants, transit systems, and streetlights.

Communities that lead by example in prioritizing clean energy and sustainability are more likely to catalyze adoption by residents, businesses, and institutions.

Explore the case studies below to learn how local governments of all sizes are acting on climate change and accelerating responsible clean energy development in their communities. Filter by case study category, search for keywords, or sort alphabetically in the table to narrow your search.