FIT has been honored by the New York City Mayor’s Office of Climate and Environmental Justice (MOCEJ) for the college’s leadership in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, advancing building electrification, and supporting decarbonization in higher education.
The recognition is part of the NYC Carbon Challenge, a citywide partnership focused on reducing building emissions and advancing New York City’s climate goals. FIT was one of three institutions honored, alongside Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Empire State Realty.
A participant in the NYC Carbon Challenge since its inception in 2007, FIT has continued to invest in energy efficiency and sustainable building infrastructure across its campus. Since then, FIT has reduced carbon emissions by more than 60%.
The college’s efforts also include its new LEED Gold–certified Joyce F. Brown Academic Building and a new $7 million electric chiller purchased and installed in partnership with the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS).
“FIT has been proud to take part in the NYC Carbon Challenge since its inception and receiving this award exemplifies our commitment to energy efficiency throughout our buildings,” said FIT President Jason Schupbach. “From our ongoing efforts to reduce emissions intensity to our new LEED Gold–certified Joyce F. Brown Academic Building, FIT will continue to lead with best practices in sustainability, supported by our entire community of students, faculty, staff and alums who stand with that commitment.”
The NYC Carbon Challenge’s next phase emphasizes deeper operational decarbonization, accelerated building retrofits, and emissions reductions of 50% or more by 2030. Participants will have access to technical support through NYC Accelerator and opportunities to share best practices.
FIT’s recognition highlights the college’s ongoing investment in sustainable campus operations and its commitment to contributing to a more energy-efficient and resilient New York City.
Find out more about the MOCEJ’s announcement on their website.