Climate Change & Housing NPCNYS: Housing is Key Conference October 13, 2016

Climate Change Impacts

Climate Change Impacts Low income communities: Disproportionate number of toxic facilities Fewer resources to adapt to climate change Transportation, electricity, heat, etc. Superstorm Sandy - Rockaways

Climate Change & Housing

Reduced Energy Use

Green Apartments Cost savings in building operations Reduced water use Proximity to mass transit Schools, parks, etc.

Green Apartments Indoor air quality Asthma and allergies “Sick building syndrome” Ventilation New and retrofits needed

Green Apartments

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