New York City Economic Development Corporation SPECIAL SERIES
NYC: Leading Toward a Green Economy
As a leader in sustainability, New York City is at the forefront of the green economy and tackling climate change, while working toward the city's goal to be powered by 100 percent renewable energy by 2040.
In this solutions journalism series sponsored by New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), a mission-driven nonprofit that serves as the official economic development organization for New York City, we’ll explore how New York City is leading to meet the objectives in its Green Economy Action Plan, including developing a renewable energy system, enabling low-carbon alternatives in the transportation sector, and catalyzing innovation in climate technologies — all while ensuring that New Yorkers benefit from the growing green economy. (Image: Stock fresh/Adobe Stock)