Learn about National Grid’s LNG facility, the largest fracked gas site in New York State. See how fossil fuel infrastructure, utility decisions, and pollution affect neighborhoods in North Brooklyn, and explore how communities are building alternatives.

Special Guests & Fun Activities in November: Sensory Earth Meditation Exercise and Indigenous Seedball Toss

This isn’t your ordinary fossil fuel walking tour.

Come see the 120-acre fracked gas facility up close, and enjoy their new collaboration with neighbors who lead City of Woods Primitive Skills who teach essential wilderness survival techniques such as fire-making, shelter-building, and crafting tools from nature – skills that have been passed down for generations.

This is your chance to participate in their very first evening tour!

Join the Pound Ridge Sustainability Committee and the Pound Ridge Library on Sunday, November 15, 2026, for the acclaimed Climate Future Film Series. These short films, suitable for all audiences, from elementary school-age children to adults, explore “our many possible climate futures” through drama, documentary, comedy, and animation. The films bring together stories of hope, grief, resilience, denial, resolve, and imagination from around the world. Four-time Academy Award Nominee and climate voice Edward Norton joins influential author and climate leader Bill McKibben in 2026 as Honorary Judge.

Following the screening, we will be joined by Senator Pete Harckham, Chairman of the NY State Senate Committee on Environmental Conservation, who will tell us about the efforts by New York to address the climate crisis. After that, audience members are invited to stay for a thoughtful community discussion about the issues raised in the films and the ways we can respond locally, individually, and collectively. This program is an opportunity to reflect, connect, and consider how our communities can continue building a more sustainable future.

Worried about data centers, energy costs, and/or fossil fuels? You can take action. Join them on November 15, from 2:30-4:30 PM to learn the no-BS version of what’s going on, and what you can do about it.

Ready to launch a high-demand career in clean energy—at zero cost to you? ⚡🌊

Soulful Synergy, supported by NYSERDA, is offering FREE hands-on training for careers in offshore wind construction! Join an upcoming virtual info session to learn how you can gain in-demand certifications, practical skills, and direct job placement support.

What’s included:

🛠️ 180 hours of hands-on training

📜 GPRO Construction Management, OSHA 30, and 10-Hr Site Safety certifications

💼 Professional development, interview prep, and placement assistance

📍 In-person training in New Rochelle, NY (easily accessible via public transit) starting January 2027

Eligibility: New York State residents ages 18+ (HS Diploma/GED preferred).

🔗 Register for the Zoom link: tinyurl.com/oswinfo27

Worried you’ll get buried by your energy bill this winter? Still trying to catch up from the skyrocketing costs of this summer’s energy bills? WE ACT’s Manhattan Clean Energy Hub can help! Join them for their in-person Energy Smart Workshop on Monday, November 16th at 6:30 PM at Council Member Shaun Abreu’s office, which is located at 1677 Amsterdam Avenue (at West 143rd Street). RSVP

​The 4th annual Wind-Win Startup Showdown offers a pitch experience like no other, spotlighting cutting-edge technology breakthroughs to transform the future of ocean renewables. This is a special year for them: the program set a record high: 118 applications and the strongest competition reviewers have seen to date. In 2026, they also drew in a more diverse cohort than ever before by broadening this year’s technology scope — a 123% increase in application numbers compared to last year’s, reflecting the parallel growth in industry demand for novel solutions needed in the market.

​Presented by the Offshore Wind Innovation Hub, this networking and pitch event brings together stakeholders across the climate landscape—investors, founders, academia, industry, and thought leaders—for an evening of connection, collaboration, and celebration.

​Come see it for yourself! Join them to engage with leading innovators tackling climate’s most complex challenges with bold, next-generation solutions.

​Refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres will be provided.

The FAIR Act would lower electricity bills by reducing the returns that private utility companies can make to their investors. That means less money for Wall Street and more money back in your pocket –and more incentives for utilities to invest in reliability, efficiency, and renewables.

Join them for FAIR ACT 101 on Tuesday, November 17 at 6 pm. Link in the bio.

Want to learn even more about the facts behind your high energy bills? Join us on November 17th from 6:30-7:30pm to find out more about the systemic issues that are causing energy bills to skyrocket!

In 2014, New York City enacted a bold commitment to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 80% by the year 2050. Since launching this landmark 80×50 initiative, billions of dollars have been committed to shrinking the city’s carbon footprint, scaling up renewable energy, and publishing aggressive blueprints for change.

Over a decade later, we gather to ask the hard questions: What has the city been doing? What should it be doing? And are we truly on track to achieve that goal? Join them for an essential discussion on the past, present, and future of NYC’s sustainability movement.

Close out the series with a featured address from Kaylee D’Amico Allen of NYSERDA. Kaylee is the Director of Technical Services at NYSERDA, where she leads technical assistance programs that provide buildings with actionable recommendations to reduce their energy costs, including FlexTech, On-Site Energy Manager, and Green Jobs Green New York Energy Audits. Previously, at the U.S. Department of Energy, she partnered with state and tribal energy offices to deploy Home Energy Rebates programs across the northeast. She also served as Program Manager for the State of California’s GoGreen Financing initiative, which increases access to low-cost loans for energy retrofits. Her address will bring the fall’s series of learning, connection, and advocacy to a fitting finish. PDH credits available.

What’s changed in the New York State Energy Code and what does it mean for your projects? Join this 90-minute session for a clear, practical overview of the latest updates in the 2025 Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State (ECCCNYS-2025).

Whether you’re designing or building, staying current with code updates is essential to keeping projects moving with quality and compliance. This training breaks down the most important changes affecting both residential and commercial buildings, so you can confidently comply with the latest requirements.

From updated standards for building envelope performance to changes in compliance pathways, this course connects the dots between code updates and broader trends in efficiency and building decarbonization—helping you understand not just what’s changed, but why it matters. Walk away with the knowledge you need to navigate the new code, avoid common compliance challenges, and keep your projects on track.

In this webinar, hosted by the Clean Energy States Alliance, guest speakers from the Connecticut Green Bank and New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) will present two innovative and impactful programs designed to expand access to clean energy technologies. Both of these programs were recognized with a 2026 State Leadership in Clean Energy Award.

The Connecticut Green Bank’s Solar Marketplace Assistance Program Plus (Solar MAP+) is a clean energy development and financing program that provides end-to-end solar and energy storage project support for municipalities, K–12 schools, state agencies, and affordable multifamily housing, with a focus on underserved markets. Solar MAP+ removes persistent barriers—including limited staff capacity, complex procurement, project risk, and financing constraints—that historically prevent public and mission-driven institutions from accessing solar and storage. Most of the tenants of participating multifamily affordable housing are at or below 80% area median income, and the program shares financial benefits directly with tenants, resulting in an average of $350 in annual savings per tenant. Solar MAP+ has completed 69 projects, installing 56.3 MW of capacity and generating over $150 million in clean energy investment. According to the judges: “Solar MAP+ is innovating the role of the green bank from just a lender to lender and developer. The program is highly replicable, cost-effective, and successful in its implementation.”

The NYSERDA’s Clean Heat for All (CH4A): Room Heat Pump Program is a market transformation initiative that spurred the development of new, efficient, easy-to-use room heat pump products and distributed them first to residents in public housing. By developing and distributing plug-and-play heat pump products, the program eliminates the need for costly, complex, and disruptive electrical upgrades. The program’s partnership with The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and The New York Power Authority (NYPA) ensures that the benefits of clean energy technology—such as individualized thermal control, high-efficiency heating and cooling, and improved energy affordability—reach low- to moderate-income residents who are often the last to benefit from climate innovation. The products developed through this program are now being installed in other states. According to the judges: “CH4A is an inspiring and impactful success story. This program’s approach should be applied across the board to other technologies.”

NYPIRG is hosting an event at SUNY New Paltz on Wednesday November 18 5pm-6pm  to continue the conversation about the future of New York’s energy supply and how Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and large load data centers used for artificial intelligence (AI) will play a role. We will hear from a range of community experts, professors, advocates and local elected representatives at these forums. All are encouraged to attend and ask questions.  Please RSVP if you are interested in attending below and they will follow up with a reminder and more details.

As New York continues its transition toward minimizing emissions, the state’s power grid faces major challenges.
Leaders must balance the need to update old transmission lines and add renewable energy with keeping electricity reliable and affordable.

Join them on November 19th at the NY Energy Infrastructure Summit. Their opening panel, “Transforming New York’s Energy Infrastructure,” brings together leaders from state energy agencies, utilities and policy groups to discuss how current plans and investments align with real-world grid needs.

Learn key insights from our experts including:

• How are utilities and regulators handling the realistic timelines and impacts of phasing out natural gas?
• What specific funding methods will ensure new grid projects are built on time to meet climate goals?
• How will the state manage power grid bottlenecks upstate while meeting high energy demand downstate?

For decades, the 100-foot rule has allowed gas utilities to profit by charging you for someone else’s new gas hookup.

☑ New Yorkers decided to end it.

☑ Governor Hochul signed it into law!

☐ Now New York’s utility regulators must finish the job. No loopholes! No delays!

New York’s utility regulator, the Public Service Commission, is holding a meeting on November 19! We’re showing up to deliver postcards & petition signatures asking them to implement the law on time!

More details coming soon!

Join Council Member Chi Ossé and the SUNNY Coalition for a rally on City Hall steps in support of the SUNNY Act for plug-in solar in NYC! We can’t wait any longer for affordable clean energy: We want balcony solar now! Please plan on arriving a little before 12 to have time to go through the security booth to get to the steps.

The 2026 elections will reshape the policy landscape for electric vehicles in Washington and in statehouses across the country. Join the Electrification Coalition on Thursday, November 19, at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT for a post-election briefing on what the results mean for EV policy in 2027 and beyond.

EC Senior Campaigns Director Aaron Viles will be joined by:

• EC Board Chair Mitch Bainwol, whose resume includes serving as Chief of Staff for the Republican National Committee and Executive Director of the National Republican Senatorial Committee.
• Boundary Stone Partners Senior Vice President and EC Board Member Andrew Wishnia, who served as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Climate Policy in the Biden-Harris Administration.

Their team of political experts will break down the new balance of power in the 120th Congress, leadership changes on key committees like House Transportation & Infrastructure and Senate Environment and Public Works, and what to expect during the lame-duck session. We’ll also look at how gubernatorial and legislative races in key states will shape issues like competitive fuel standards, state fleet electrification, utility policy, and EV taxes.

What is this training about?

If your New York City building is considering a switch to heat pumps, take their updated training, Match Made in NYC: Choosing the Right Heat Pump for Your Building! Learn about the first steps in transitioning from fossil fuel heating, cooling, and water heating systems to heat pumps for energy-efficient commercial and multifamily buildings.

The success of a heat pump installation depends on key early decisions– this training will help you choose the right system, avoid common pitfalls, and develop a strategic plan tailored to your building’s needs. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the field, you’ll discover why heat pumps are the future of building HVAC and water heating and gain the practical knowledge you need to lead an energy upgrade with confidence.

Note: This revised training covers all of the content from an earlier course, Match Made in HVAC: Choosing the Right Heat Pump for Your Building, with additional information about heat pump water heating and a focus on New York City buildings. 

NYPIRG is hosting an event at Hunter College on November 19th at 3pm to continue the conversation about the future of New York’s energy supply and how Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and large load data centers used for artificial intelligence (AI) will play a role. We will hear from a range of community experts, professors, advocates and local elected representatives at these forums. All are encouraged to attend and ask questions.  Please RSVP if you are interested in attending below and they will follow up with a reminder and more details as each event emerges.

Did you know that indoor air can contain pollutants from cooking, cleaning products, dust, and outdoor pollution that makes its way inside? We spend about 90 percent of our time indoors, making the air we breathe at home especially important! That’s why you should join the Healthy Homes Working Group for its November Meeting to learn how to build your own air filter. This in-person, hands-on workshop will teach you how to build affordable DIY air filters using everyday materials. Materials will be provided at no cost! Come learn how indoor air pollution affects our health and how simple, low-cost solutions can help reduce airborne particles and make our homes healthier places to breathe. Join us on Thursday, November 19th from 6:00-7:00 PM at the Most Worshipful Prince Hall, which is located at 454 West 155th Street. RSVP

NYPIRG is hosting an event at the SUNY Cortland on Thursday November 19 6:30pm-7:30pm  to continue the conversation about the future of New York’s energy supply and how Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and large load data centers used for artificial intelligence (AI) will play a role. We will hear from a range of community experts, professors, advocates and local elected representatives at these forums. All are encouraged to attend and ask questions.  Please RSVP if you are interested in attending below and they will follow up with a reminder and more details as each event emerges.

NYPIRG is hosting an event at the SUNY ESF on Thursday November 19 7:00pm to 8:00pm  to continue the conversation about the future of New York’s energy supply and how Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and large load data centers used for artificial intelligence (AI) will play a role. We will hear from a range of community experts, professors, advocates and local elected representatives at these forums. All are encouraged to attend and ask questions.  Please RSVP if you are interested in attending below and we will follow up with a reminder and more details as each event emerges.

NYPIRG is hosting an event at the University of Buffalo on Thursday November 19 7pm-8pm  to continue the conversation about the future of New York’s energy supply and how Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and large load data centers used for artificial intelligence (AI) will play a role. We will hear from a range of community experts, professors, advocates and local elected representatives at these forums. All are encouraged to attend and ask questions.  Please RSVP if you are interested in attending below and they will follow up with a reminder and more details as each event emerges.

Want to make your home more comfortable, reduce energy waste, and lower your energy bills? Join Sustainable Westchester and the White Plains American Legion #135 Auxiliary on November 21st at 11 AM for a free workshop on practical ways to save energy at home.

Learn about simple DIY improvements you can make right away, as well as larger energy upgrades that can improve your home’s efficiency over time. We’ll cover weatherization, insulation, heat pumps, efficient appliances, and programs and incentives that can help make home energy improvements more affordable.

Attendees will receive a FREE D.I.Y. Energy Savings Kit ($60 value) and a tutorial on how to use the items in the kit. The session will also cover heat pumps, insulation, and incentives for home energy upgrades.