Cahill: "rethink the way we build"

ALBANY – Governor Paterson signed legislation to encourage the construction of new homes and the renovation of existing homes to meet “green building” standards. The measure was sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin Cahill of Kingston, chairman of the Assembly Energy Committee.

The bill creates financial incentives to state residents who agree to “go green” when building new homes or renovating existing ones. The program will be administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority.

"One of the quickest and most effective ways we can cut back on energy costs and globe changing pollution is to rethink the way we build and renovate our homes,” Cahill said. "Sustainable green building practices are no longer a luxury; they are a necessity for our economic, environmental and energy security. The program will give homeowners and builders the incentives to make green buildings the standard going forward."