A landmark report from Cornell’s Industrial and Labor Relations School outlines a strategic framework for transitioning New York’s residential sector toward net-zero carbon emissions through labor-driven solutions. The blueprint emphasizes workforce development, equitable job creation, and policy alignment to accelerate energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy adoption in homes. By centering labor partnerships, the plan aims to address both climate goals and economic fairness in the state’s decarbonization efforts. Experts suggest it could serve as a model for other regions grappling with similar challenges.
CJI Releases “Blueprint for Labor-Led Residential Decarbonization in New York” Cornell ILR School
