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If you rent: NYC heat season runs October 1 through May 31. During this time, landlords must keep your home at least 68°F in the day and 62°F at night. If your home is colder than it should be, here are 5 simple steps you can take. 1) Know the heat rules 2) Start a…

Heat season in New York City runs from October 1 through May 31. During this time, landlords are required to provide heat, so apartments stay at safe indoor temperatures. If your apartment feels cold during heat season, you don’t have to suffer through it. There are clear rules about how warm your home should be…

Losing heat in winter can be stressful. The good news is that there are safe ways to get through a no-heat situation while you wait for repairs or help. Here are a few simple tips to help keep you and your family safe. Don’t Use Your Stove to Heat Your Home It may feel tempting,…

Try these tips today to stay warm! Winter in New York can feel long, cold, and expensive. But small actions can help your home stay warm without raising your energy bills. Here are a few easy steps you can try right away. 1. Use Your Curtains to Warm Your Home Open south-facing curtains during the…

A little bit of simple science goes a long way. You may wonder how things we talked about doing earlier  —  like opening curtains or switching your fan direction — can make a real difference in winter. The answer is simple: these steps help your home hold onto heat, which keeps you warm and lowers…

Keeping your home warm shouldn’t be stressful. The Bronx & Brooklyn Clean Energy Hub is here to help you understand your home’s energy use and find simple ways to stay comfortable all winter long. Here’s how we support you. 1. Free Energy Kits We offer free kits with easy tools to help you save energy…

Winter in New York can bring cold weather, strong winds, and higher energy use. A few small steps can help you stay warm, avoid repairs, and keep your bills under control. Here are five simple ways to get your home ready for the season. 1. Keep Up with Basic Home Care A home works better…

At a recent Energy Hub workshop, neighbors got a hands-on look at induction cooking — a clean, modern way to make your kitchen safer and healthier. What if your stove could heat up faster, use less energy, and make your kitchen safer? That’s what induction cooking can do. At a recent Energy Literacy Workshop at…

Many people think old windows are the main reason their home feels drafty or cold. But that’s often not true! The real problem? Air leaks and poor insulation. What’s really letting heat escape? In most homes, air leaks happen around places like: That means heat — and your money — is slipping out through spots…

Did you get an energy kit at one of our Energy Literacy Workshops? Good news — you’re one step closer to saving money and staying comfortable at home. These kits are packed with simple tools to help you stop drafts, lower your bills, and use less energy — whether you rent or own your home.…