💡In this episode of Building Tomorrow, Urban Green CEO Chris Halfnight welcomes David Gottfried, co-founder of the U.S. Green Building Council and founder of the World Green Building Council. Tune in: urbangreencouncil.org/regene…

💚 Over the summer, mentors and mentees in Urban Green's Built to Lead Mentorship Program took a break from the classroom to catch a Yankees game together. Thank you to @ConEdison for supporting the Built to Lead Mentorship Program! Learn more: urbangreencouncil.org/mentor…

🌟 Thank you to everyone who came out last night for our annual Gala at the Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers! We were proud to honor Rick Cook, Founding Partner of @COOKFOXarch and present the Hector Figueroa Award to Linda G. Nelson.

🌎Greenbuild 2026 is underway at the Javits Center! Urban Green Council is thrilled to be the host organization for Greenbuild, the world’s largest event for green building professionals. Greenbuild continues through October 23. We hope to see you there!

📸 Capture the moment at tonight’s Urban Green Gala! Tag Urban Green Council and use #UrbanGreenGala2026 to share your photos from tonight’s celebration of the sustainable building community. Special thanks to Innova for sponsoring tonight’s photo booth!

✨Preparations are underway for the Urban Green Gala! For everyone joining us, here’s a look at this evening’s program: 🥂 Cocktail reception & dinner | 6:00 – 7:45 p.m. 🌟 Seated presentation & dessert | 8:00 – 8:30 p.m. 💚 Networking & open bar | 8:30 – 10:00 p.m.

🗽Coming to NYC for Greenbuild October 20-23? Experience New York like a local! The Greenbuild 2026 Sustainable Travel Guide is your insider look at the Big Apple’s greener side. Explore the guide: usgbc.org/sustainable-travel…

Greenbuild is almost here! Meet the 2026 Host Committee Co-Chairs helping bring the conference to life: Ellen Honigstock of Urban Green Council and Hrisa Gatzoulis of Rudin. We hope to see you there on October 20-23 at the Javits Center! Register here: urbangreencouncil.org/2026-g…

🥂 Celebrate the end of 2026 with us at our Holiday Member Reception! On December 1 at The Lutron Experience Center, join us for a lively evening of conversation and connection with building industry professionals. Register: urbangreencouncil.org/event/…

🏙️ Happening now! The 2026 NYC Accelerator Expo is bringing New York City’s green building community together at Metropolitan Pavilion until 6 p.m. today!

🌟 Major update: The NYC Council has approved legislation to extend the J-51 tax abatement program, helping eligible co-ops, condos and rental buildings offset the cost of qualifying building improvements. Learn more: nyc.gov/site/hpd/services-an…

🏙️Few tickets left: Secure your spot for the 2026 NYC Accelerator Expo! Join us on October 14 at the Metropolitan Pavilion to connect with experts on Local Law 97 compliance and financing. Register: eventbrite.com/e/nyc-acceler…

Greenbuild is almost here! The world’s largest annual event for green building professionals takes place October 20-23 at the Javits Center, and Urban Green is thrilled to be the host organization bringing this terrific event to life. Register: informaconnect.com/greenbuil…

Ever wonder what a building’s energy efficiency letter grade actually means? Tune into Cheddar News for a new video breaking down what it will take to decarbonize NYC’s buildings by 2030, featuring our very own CEO, Chris Halfnight! Watch the full video: ow.ly/Phhv50ZVtoH

🧡 This fall, fall in love with “What’s New in the NYS Energy Code!” This free, online 90-minute course covers updates to the ECCCNYS-2025, affecting both residential and commercial buildings. Comply confidently with the latest requirements now! Sign up: ow.ly/oGzu50ZThvp

✨ Our Gala is just a few weeks away! We recommend purchasing your tickets and sponsorships by October 9 so you don't miss out. We hope to see you there October 20 at Chelsea Piers! Learn more and register: ow.ly/ZkAI50ZUEQM

💡Greenbuild is coming to NYC! Join us October 20–23 at the Javits Center for the world’s largest annual event for sustainable building professionals. Learn more and purchase tickets to Greenbuild:informaconnect.com/greenbuil… #Greenbuild #LocalLaw97 #NYC

🏙️ Move your building energy project forward at the 2026 NYC Accelerator Expo on October 14! Connect with experts on Local Law 97 compliance, financing, and incentives, with support from early planning through implementation. Learn more and register: ow.ly/bhi450ZTakV

🎧 🌟 How do you move from a feasibility study to a fully financed retrofit? In a new episode of Building Tomorrow, we trace one co-op’s journey from energy audit to retrofit project financing. Listen here: urbangreencouncil.org/financ…

✨ The Urban Green Gala is just three weeks away! Join us October 20 at The Lighthouse at Chelsea Piers as we celebrate New York’s green building community and the people advancing building decarbonization. Learn more and purchase tickets: ow.ly/XKve50ZSJCN