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- $150M for Clean Energy: SUNY receives $100M, CUNY gets $50M for climate-friendly campus upgrades.
- Major Decarbonization Projects: Thermal energy networks, solar, EV charging, and geothermal systems to cut pollution and energy costs.
- Union Jobs & Economic Growth: Investments drive job creation while advancing New York’s climate goals.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced $150 million in funding to decarbonize public college campuses in New York. The investment, part of the $4.2 billion Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022, supports sustainability projects at SUNY and CUNY institutions.
Why It Matters:
- Reduces greenhouse gas emissions and operating costs.
- Modernizes campus infrastructure with clean energy solutions.
- Creates jobs and promotes New York’s green economy.
SUNY Upgrades ($100M):
- Binghamton University: Thermal energy networks and heat pumps cut energy use by 45% and operational costs by $300K.
- University at Buffalo: First energy hub to phase out fossil fuels and improve efficiency.
- SUNY Oswego: Geothermal system to reduce energy costs and emissions.
- Stony Brook University: Solar installations to decarbonize Long Island’s electric grid.
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CUNY Upgrades ($50M):
- City College of New York: Solar canopies, battery storage, EV chargers, and heat pumps for electrification.
- Brooklyn College: Geothermal heating and cooling, rooftop solar, and EV charging stations.
- Hunter College: Transition from inefficient steam to energy-efficient hot and chilled water systems.
What They’re Saying:
“New York’s higher education institutions play a significant role in leading by example to help advance a cleaner, greener future.” – Gov. Kathy Hochul
“SUNY’s campuses are leading the way in advancing sustainability and addressing climate change.” – SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr.
“The Environmental Bond Act investments announced today will help CUNY play a key role in the development of a resilient, responsible, and resourceful New York.” – CUNY Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez
Bigger Picture:
- New York’s Executive Budget includes over $1B for climate initiatives.
- $108M allocated for coastal resiliency and green grants.
- To date, $1.25B of the $4.2B Environmental Bond Act has been distributed.
New York continues leading in sustainability, ensuring its public institutions play a key role in the transition to a clean energy economy.
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