Resource Library
Our comprehensive resource library offers building professionals guidance and insights from project teams and experts to inform the development of effective decarbonization roadmaps for their properties. This living platform hosts a growing collection of invaluable resources, including case studies, technical guides, best practices, and educational materials, all geared towards promoting the adoption and success of low-carbon retrofits, and a more sustainable future in building design and operation.
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Retrofit Playbook for Large Buildings Launch Event
On June 11, 2024, NYSERDA, BE-Ex, RMI, and Urban Land Institute hosted the launch of the Retrofit Playbook for Large Buildings, showcasing replicable approaches for low-carbon retrofits from cohorts of the Empire Building Challenge. Additionally,…
The Role of Design Charrettes in Building Decarbonization Planning
A detailed overview of design charrette workshops and how they can be used to enhance decarbonization plans.
Empire Building Challenge Overview
Learn about NYSERDA's Empire Building Challenge through their website and resources.
High Rise / Low Carbon Event Series: Nimble Brains for Complex Systems
Webinar discussing the shift to integrated digital and natural energy systems in buildings for effective decarbonization.
About Resource Efficient Decarbonization
Provides a detailed overview of the Resource Efficient Decarbonization framework with example building system typologies.
Resource Efficient Decarbonization Guide
A guide outlining the resource-efficient methods for reducing emissions in tall buildings located in cold climates.
Terminology & Definitions
A comprehensive glossary related to building decarbonization.
A Rational Approach to Large Building Decarbonization
NESEA explores the power of incremental steps, integrated design, and strategic planning in building decarbonization.
Seven Misconceptions About Decarbonization
NYSERDA debunks common decarbonization myths and offers solutions.
10 Principles for Climate Mitigation Policies
Report for cities on engaging real estate in driving climate mitigation policies.
Advanced Building Construction Collaborative Case Studies
Comprehensive cold-climate, multifamily case studies in Boston, MA.
That’s everything we have so far, new resources are added to the library regularly.
