CCE's Role in Ithaca 2030

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Tompkins County has a dual role in the Ithaca 2030 District. We are a Property Owner and a Community Stakeholder, simultaneously participating and supporting the challenge.

As a Property Owner, we participate in the Ithaca 2030 District in the following ways:

• Using ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager to track monthly energy use
• Improving the energy efficiency of our building to reach the 2030 standards
• Sharing insights regarding best practices and lessons learned to help raise the performance of our District
• Accessing financing opportunities, such as NYSERDA and tax incentives, and a 2030 purchasing alliance that provides significant discounts for equipment such as HVAC controls and advanced metering

As a Community Stakeholder, we support the Ithaca 2030 District in the following ways:

• Educating property owners about the 2030 Challenge goals, and how to reach them
• Participating in monthly meetings with other members of the steering committee
• Providing mentorship for small property owners
• Conducting public outreach activities in the City of Ithaca to inform the public, as well as gather feedback regarding the development of the Ithaca 2030 District
• Developing tools to help property owners make their buildings more energy efficient

For information about becoming a member of the Ithaca 2030 District, go to their website.

Last updated July 14, 2016