In New York City, two-thirds of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions come from powering buildings. Under the OneNYC plan, the City set a goal to reduce emissions 100% by 2050 from a 2005 baseline.

NYC Public Schools play a significant role in reaching these critical goals: we have over 1,500 school buildings! We reduce our emissions through operations and maintenance, deep energy retrofits, efficiency projects, renewable energy projects (e.g. solar), and education targeting behavioral change and awareness.

Read more about NYC Public Schools energy programs on the Solar and Demand Response pages. 

Climate Energy Education Intensive (CEEI) With Solar One

Each fall, Solar One hosts professional learning opportunities for grades 3-12 teachers. Attendees will have a day of standards aligned, hands-on activities. Explore ways to take climate action by utilizing solar energy! Earn up to 5 CTLE credits, and get a classroom set of mini solar panels and motors with fans.

All sessions at new Solar One Energy Education Center in Manhattan.

The professional learning series for fall 2025 is complete; check back for fall 2026 dates.