The New York City Economic Development Corporation and Mayor’s Office has launched the Green Economy Action Plan aiming to decarbonize the city; diversify the city’s economic base; and support communities that have been historically underrepresented, while addressing climate change. Building on 2023 PlaNYC: Getting Sustainability Done, the new initiative is the first of its kind and driven by quantitative analysis as well as input from a report by Buro Happold, an international consultancy of engineers, designers and advisers.
The 60-page, commissioned report, The NYC Green Economy Action Plan, includes input collected from over 100 stakeholders and partners such as businesses, unions, workforce organizations and government agencies, and outlines a blueprint for sustainable infrastructure investment and industry growth throughout the five boroughs.
“As this extensive action plan shows, New York City’s green economy is expected to host approximately 400,000 jobs by 2040, becoming the anchor of a prosperous, equitable and just future for New Yorkers,” said Adam Friedberg, a partner with Buro Happold who leads the leads its Cities Team in North America. “This requires investment, innovation and support of a diverse base of businesses and skilled workers to power this growth.”
To access the plan, visit: https://edc.nyc/sites/default/files/2024-02/NYCEDC-Green-Economy-Action-Plan-02-28-24.pdf.