If you're a property owner or board member in New York City, chances are you've heard of Local Law 97, but you may still wonder what it means for your building. As part of the Climate Mobilization Act, Local Law 97 is designed to drastically reduce carbon emissions by targeting the city's biggest polluters: buildings over 25,000 square feet. Fortunately, options like Standard Carbon’s StandardRNG™, a synthetic renewable natural gas, now offer a practical way to stay compliant without costly disruption.
By 2025, most buildings must comply with strict new emissions limits or face annual penalties of $268 per ton of CO₂ over the cap. These annual fines will increase in 2030, 2035 and beyond. This is one of the most ambitious climate laws in the world and it's already in effect.
So, what is Local Law 97 compliance really about? And more importantly, what can we do to reduce carbon emissions without gutting our buildings?
The Affordable Alternative to Costly Retrofits
Traditional solutions like heat pumps, direct electrification, and full HVAC upgrades are expensive, disruptive, and time-consuming. That’s where Standard Carbon comes in; we offer a faster, simpler path forward. In fact we offer you 2 simple paths to a real solution.
Our flagship offering is StandardRNG™, a certified renewable natural gas produced using clean energy and accepted by NYC for LL97 compliance. It’s chemically identical to regular gas but has a significantly lower carbon intensity… 65% lower. Most importantly, it allows you to meet Local Law 97 compliance goals without retrofitting, equipment replacement, or construction. Simply sign up for delivery and… no more worries…
You’re in the Solution!
Whether you’re focused on short-term compliance or long-term sustainability, StandardRNG™ offers a reliable, scalable solution that aligns with NYC’s evolving emissions standards.
It's the only turnkey compliance solution that works right now.
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A Compliance Plan You Can Act On Today
LL97 compliance doesn’t need to be confusing or expensive. With Standard Carbon’s StandardRNG™, you can reduce your carbon footprint and keep your building running smoothly while staying ahead of city mandates. Whether you’re looking to understand what Local Law 97 is, explore the Climate Mobilization Act, or find out what we can do to reduce carbon emissions without construction, we’re here to help.
Avoid Fines with the Right Strategy
Facing fines this year? You may still have time. With a properly filed Good Faith Effort (GFE) extension, your building can postpone penalties, similar to requesting an extension on your tax return. This window gives you breathing room to act without rushing into costly retrofits.
We work with trusted partners in compliance, engineering, and operations to support fast, effective filings that help keep you protected and compliant with LL97.