Association for Energy Affordability, Center for Working Families, Green and Healthy Homes Initiative, PACE Energy and Climate Center, and We Act for Environmental Justice
Affordable rental housing is critical for New Yorkers, but many apartments are in need of repair and come with high energy bills. New York has the highest-priced residential energy in the continental United States and the burden of paying monthly energy bills can leave low- and even moderate-income New Yorkers feeling strapped and compelled to cut back on other necessities.