Partner Timothy F. Hegarty to Present at NY Metro Builds Bio+ Annual Symposium for Life Science Innovation and Development

On November 12, 2024, Partner Timothy F. Hegarty will moderate a panel on Sustainable Design & Navigating Local Law 97 at the New York Metro Builds Bio+ 7th Annual Symposium for Life Science Innovation and Development in New York City.

Local Law No 97 of 2019, passed as a part of the Climate Mobilization Act by the New York City Council in March 2019, requires large (over 25,000 square feet in 2017) existing buildings in New York City reduce their emissions by 40% by 2030 and 80% by 2050. This law is unique and novel in its aim, because it targets existing buildings and requires owners to invest in renovation and retrofitting to make their buildings more energy efficient. For this reason and others related to climate change, cutting carbon is a hot topic in life science facilities. This session will highlight the must-dos for slashing emissions and talk about electrification and smart design that make buildings work better and smarter. The session will also focus on future-proofing, resiliency, and redundancy—key attributes that are essential in adapting to an ever-changing environment.

To read more about the symposium, click here.