Beyond Oil NYC: A Sierra Club NYC Group Project

"Sustainable Energy Independence for NYC,"
Sierra Club NYC, April 2008

To build support for sustainability initiatives, let's focus on their economic benefits, as well as their role in climate change response.

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Introduction

Part I: Preparing for Energy Volatility

Part II: Making Transportation More Efficient

Part III: Regional Production

Part IV: Energy Efficient Buildings

Part V: Electricity

Part VI: Changing National Energy Policy

Appendix A: Climate Change is Accelerating

Appendix B: Fuel Depletion and Peak Oil Guarantee Volatility

Appendix C: Energy Shortage Contingency Plan
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Designated "Report of the Day" at NYC public policy website Gotham Gazette on 4/01/08.

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